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Philippine Numismatics

Not every old Philippine coin is rare. Discover what truly determines a coin's value, from surviving specimens and condition to collector demand, metal content, and historical importance in 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.