Zes Han-Fuda-bankbiljetten uit Japan uit de Edo-periode, formaat 16 × 3,5 cm, met vlekken en scheuren maar leesbare afbeeldingen en tekst; elke biljet komt overeen met Gin Ichi-Monme, circa 3,75 gram zilver.



Japan. - 6 banknotes - "Han-Fuda " - Edo PeriodThese are very old banknotes issued in Japan during the Edo period..Called "Han-Fuda "The Edo period was unified by the “Tokugawa clan”. Therefore, there is naturally a common currency. However, the unique banknotes of local “Han ” were also often used in those days. Many were issued on the occasion of financial difficulties. After the Meiji era, “Han-Fuda ” were banned.Size: 16×3.5 cm Kaei 7The year 1854 (Kaei 7) was a turbulent year in the late Edo period. Perry's return voyage and the signing of the Treaty of Amity and Commerce between Japan and the United States (March) decided the opening of the country. Furthermore, major earthquakes and tsunamis struck in rapid succession, including the Iga Earthquake (June) and the Ansei Tkai and Nankai Earthquakes (November, the origin of the “Inamura no Hi” anecdote). On November 27th, the era name was changed to Ansei. Gin Ichi-Monme“Gin Ichi-monme” was a unit of weight for silver in the Edo period, equivalent to approximately 3.75 grams. In modern units of weight, 1 monme is 3.75 grams. In the Edo period, one “Han-Fuda ” was equivalent in value to 3.75 grams of silver.These are old and have some stains and tears. However, the illustrations and text are decipherable. These are wonderful items. Old things are so beautiful.Carefully packaged and shipped from Japan to overseas.We have other rare items up for current auction. Please check them out.#freeshipping


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