Japan M5 (1872) Gold 5 Yen – Border Type – PCGS MS66
Item Details:
Year: 1872 (Meiji 5) Denomination: 5 Yen
Variety: JNDA 01-3A, Border Type (Shallow Scales w/ Border)
Metal: Gold (90%), Copper (10%) Weight: 4.17 g
Diameter: 17.5 mm Certification: PCGS MS66, Gold Shield Holder (with NFC anti-counterfeiting technology)
Certification Number:501015.66/49632118
🌟 Description
This coin is a Japanese 5 Yen gold coin issued in 1872 (Meiji 5).
It is part of the early Meiji-era gold series featuring the dragon design with shallow scales and a border type.
The coin is certified by PCGS with a grade of MS66, indicating a very high state of preservation. According to population data, only a small number have been graded at this level, with just a limited number graded higher.
The PCGS label provides important details:
“1872 M3” – The year of issue (1872, Meiji 5).
“PCGS MS66” – Grading by PCGS (Mint State, score out of 70).
“JNDA 01-3A, Border Type” – The catalog reference for this coin, specifying the shallow scales with border variety.
📦 Shipping & Packaging
The coin will be shipped in its PCGS-certified holder.
Secure packaging, tracking, and insurance are included.
Ships worldwide from Japan.
🔒 Authenticity Guarantee
This coin is certified by PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service).
The holder is equipped with Gold Shield™ and NFC anti-counterfeiting technology.