Japanese Meiji Period 50-sen Silver Coin Issued in 1902 (Meiji 35)
- Purchasing Based on Silver Weight (Modern Japanese Circulation Silver Coins)
About Purchasing This Silver Coin (GoldSilverJapan)

GoldSilverJapan purchases Japanese 50-sen silver coins issued in 1902 (Meiji 35)
based on their silver content.

This page does not guarantee future value or rarity for collectors, but rather provides an appraisal policy based on the value of the actual silver and its circulation as a modern Japanese silver coin.

GoldSilverJapan is an online-only purchasing business with no physical stores, offering nationwide appraisals and purchases without face-to-face contact.

Purchase Price Concept (Silver Weight)

The Meiji 35 50-sen silver coin is a standard circulation silver coin from the late Meiji period, containing a fineness of .800 and weighing approximately 13.48g of silver.

GoldSilverJapan calculates its purchase price based on the following factors:

・Today's international silver price (silver spot price)
・Pure silver content (equivalent to approximately 10.8g)
・Market liquidity as a late Meiji silver coin
・Domestic and international trading history
・Exchange rate (yen equivalent)

*This silver coin has not been appraised based on a specific year premium.
*The final purchase price will be determined based on the silver market price at the time of acceptance.

Condition (General Circulation Silver Coins)

The Meiji 35 (1902) 50-sen silver coin was actually in circulation and will be purchased in the following condition:

・Average condition (VG/F/VF)
・Some wear
・Minor edge scuffing and contact marks
・Natural aging tones
・Minor cleaning marks (valuation will be adjusted depending on condition)

*Please consult us in advance if there are holes, large chips, or significant deformation.

About the Meiji 35 (1902) 50-sen silver coin

The year Meiji 35 (1902) was a time when Japan had already established its monetary system as a modern nation.

This 50-sen silver coin was issued during the period of economic growth following the Sino-Japanese War. It is a standard silver coin that emphasizes practicality and circulation.

Compared to the larger silver coins of the early Meiji period, it is a more stable system, with a proven track record of continuous trade both domestically and internationally.

Design and Features

The obverse features a dragon within a circle with a pearl motif, with the words "Dai Nippon" (Great Japan) engraved at the top and the face value "50 sen" (50 sen) at the bottom.

The reverse features the face value within a wreath design featuring the chrysanthemum crest and paulownia tree motif, clearly expressing the national symbolism and order of the Meiji government.

Position as a Modern Japanese Silver Coin

This silver coin is one of the silver coins issued and circulated in large quantities under the modern monetary system established by the Meiji government.

As a result, it continues to enjoy stable demand and liquidity not only within Japan but also overseas.

As a "silver coin," not an investment product

GoldSilverJapan values the Meiji 35 50-sen silver coin not as an investment product with the goal of increasing value, but as a historically circulating currency with physical silver content.

In appraisals, we emphasize pure silver content and market liquidity over rarity or collector demand.

Basic Specifications (Meiji 35, representative value)

Country of Issue: Japan
Year of Issue: 1902 (Meiji 35)
Face Value: 50 sen
Material: Silver (.800)
Weight: Approximately 13.48g
Pure Silver Content: Approximately 10.8g
Diameter: Approximately 30.9mm
Manufacturing Method: Milled
Classification: Standard Circulation Silver Coin

Market Data Reference (Coinpedia)

The purchase criteria on this page are based on GoldSilverJapan's proprietary coin market database, Coinpedia.

Coinpedia conducts objective market analysis based on the following information:

・Prior domestic and international trading history
・Circulation volume of late Meiji silver coins
・Correlation with silver prices
・Evaluation trends by condition

* Coinpedia does not guarantee a specific price.

About online purchases (no in-store service)

GoldSilverJapan is a fully online purchasing specialist.

We do not offer in-person purchases at our physical stores. Instead, we follow the following process:

・Free, simplified appraisal based on photos
・Full appraisal via mail
・Presentation of estimated value
・Payment after acceptance

All transactions are completed without meeting face-to-face.

For those wishing to purchase

The Meiji 35 50-sen silver coin is one of Japan's most highly circulated and consistently valued modern silver coins.

At GoldSilverJapan, we carefully inspect each coin and provide a fair appraisal based on market conditions.

We offer a free photo appraisal or just a consultation.

To properly value modern Japanese silver as silver.

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