200 yen banknote issued by the Bank of Japan (1945) - The serial number and year of issue may vary, but all are unused and in excellent condition.
Introducing the 200 yen banknote issued in 1945, combining rarity and historical background. At our store, Goldsilverjapan, we carefully select and offer only unused, mint condition (UNC) banknotes. While all banknotes are in mint condition, just like the photos shown, the serial numbers and issue block numbers of the actual banknotes you receive may differ. Please note this in advance.
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Historical Value: A Mysterious Banknote that Appeared Immediately After the End of the War
This 200 yen note is an extremely rare note issued by the Bank of Japan in 1945. It was issued for a short period during the post-war chaos and was discontinued as early as March 2, 1946, so only a limited number remain and it is highly sought after on the collector's market.
Although they were issued in 1945, they were actually prepared for issuance by the Ministry of Finance on January 6, 1942, and stored in banks as a measure to combat inflation in the Japanese economy. Issuance began on April 16, 1945. However, due to the impact of the switch to the new yen, they were discontinued less than a year later, and by October of the same year they were completely unusable.
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"Convertible notes" that could not actually be exchanged for gold
Although this banknote was labeled "Bank of Japan Convertible Note," it could not actually be exchanged for gold coins and was effectively fiat money. Nevertheless, its face value of 200 yen and the inscription "Exchangeable for 200 yen gold" were symbols of economic hope and confidence at the time.
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Design details: Fusion of Japanese culture and history
The design of this banknote is very beautiful, with motifs of Japanese religious architecture and historical figures.
• Front:
On the left is Tanzan Shrine in Nara Prefecture, and on the right is a portrait of Fujiwara no Kamatari, a politician of the Asuka period and a historical figure who is said to be the ancestor of the Fujiwara clan.
• Back side:
The painting depicts the 13-story pagoda of Tanzan Shrine, and is filled with the essence of Japanese religious art and architecture. The Bank of Japan logo is placed at the top center.
• Watermark:
Along with the number "200", the seal is decorated with a watermark of the paulownia crest (Paulownia crest), which is an excellent design to prevent counterfeiting.
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Banknote specifications and details
• Country of issue: Japan
• Issuing bank: Bank of Japan
• Face value: 200 yen
• Year of publication: 1945
• Date of abolition: March 2, 1946
• Material: Paper
• Size: 165mm x 97mm
• Serial number: Varies depending on the banknote (photo is an example)
• Catalog number: Pick #44, Japanese Banknotes Illustrated Guide #11-49
• Printing Bureau: Manufactured by the Imperial Japanese Government Printing Bureau
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Value as a collector's item
The number of these banknotes issued was 44.1 million, which was a large amount at the time, but they were collected and discarded during the confusion of the switch to the new yen, so it is said that there are very few of them left. Furthermore, those in unused condition (UNC) are very rare, and prices are rising in the collector's market.
It has a high rating of "85" on Numista's rarity index, making it a popular coin among banknote collectors.
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Goldsilverjapan's Commitment
At Goldsilverjapan, we only deal in old Japanese coins and banknotes that are highly collectible and have a historical background and excellent design. This 200 yen note is no exception, and we only have a limited number in stock, with no date set for when we will receive another one.
• ✔️ All unused and guaranteed UNC grade
• ✔️ Authenticity guaranteed (full refund in case of fake)
• ✔️ Carefully packed and shipped in waterproof packaging
• ✔️ Detailed appraisal report (if desired)
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To everyone considering purchasing
Why not add a rare banknote that tells the story of Japanese history to your collection? With its impressive design of Tanzan Shrine and Fujiwara Kamatari, the short-lived 200 yen note issued during the chaotic postwar period is more than just a currency; it can also be considered a work of art and historical evidence.
This item is in limited stock, so order soon. The photo shown is an example. The actual item will be in similar condition, but the serial number and issuing block may differ.
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【summary】
• ✅ 200 yen note issued in 1945, guaranteed unused (UNC)
• ✅ Highly rare and popular as a collector's item
• ✅ Artistic design that combines historical background, religious architecture, and portraits
• ✅ Limited edition from Gold Silver Japan
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📦 Buy now
🕰 Limited stock. A piece of history in your hands.
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If you wish, we can also provide a special appraisal certificate and framing service. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
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