MYKOYNS
Philippine Numismatics

When I added a beautiful 1893 Japanese 1 Yen silver coin to my collection, I had no idea how to read the date! Japan uses a fascinating dating system based on its emperors, and in this post, I’ll show you exactly how I deciphered it—from recognizing the Era to translating Japanese numerals.

Last April 2024, I attended my very first numismatic show—and it was more than just coins on tables. It was a community, a classroom, and a marketplace all rolled into one. Here's what I saw, learned, and why I think every collector should experience it at least once.