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Mumonginsen
(aka "Plain silver coin") is believed to be the earliest form of Japanese currency. Issued between 667 and 672 AD during the Tenji period, there are theories that mainly lean towards these coins being privately minted. Overview Throughout their search history stretching back to the Enkyō (Edo period), Enkyō period, about 120 Mumon ginsen have been excavated from 17 sites: seven in Yamato Province, Yamato, six in Ōmi Province, Omi, and one each in the Settsu Province, Settsu, Kawachi Province, Kawachi, Yamashiro Province, Yamashiro, and Ise Province, Ise regions. Each coin is roughly 3 centimeters in diameter, 2 millimeters thick, and weighs about 8 to 10 grams. These coins differ from later issues as they feature small round holes as opposed to a large central square. Only a few of those excavated have inscriptions, and many of the coins have silver pieces attached to their surfaces which are thought to have been added to make the weight uniform. All of the coins are thought t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fuhonsen
aka is an early form of Japanese currency that was created around 683 ( Tenmu 12) during the Asuka period. Its suggested that these coins were minted before the creation of the Wadōkaichin in 708 based on an entry in the Nihon Shoki. Theories differ as to whether this coin actually circulated or was used as a Chinese numismatic charm. While Mumonginsen preceded these coins, there are still many unanswered questions regarding their functions. Overview The first Japanese mission to China that adopted numerous Chinese cultural practices is recorded to have been sent in 630 AD.Japan Currency Museum (日本貨幣博物館) permanent exhibit As the importance of metallic currency appeared to Japanese nobles, it probably led to some coin minting at the end of the 7th century. It's believed that early Fuhonsen coins made out of silver coins could not have been made any later than 683 AD. This is based on an entry in the Nihon Shoki that states: "Summer, 4th month, 15th day. The Emper ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |