This Meiji era Dragon 10 Sen silver coin comes housed in a nostalgic, single-color blue PCGS holder, graded MS66 (FDC). Japanese silver coinage from the late nineteenth century marks a pivotal age of rapid modernization, prized by collectors worldwide for its striking dragon motif and imperial chrysanthemum crest.
The coin shows a light, natural tarnish, but the original mint brilliance still shows through, and the chrysanthemum crest remains crisp and well struck, essentially as it left the mint. It's classified under die variety type "e" Standard, and its increasingly attractive price only adds to the appeal.
This well-preserved, uncirculated piece offers outstanding historical charm for any growing collection.
PCGS MS66 (-FDC) Dragon 10 Sen silver coin, listed as Meiji 20. The source description identifies it as Meiji 10, with e-type Standard die classification. Encapsulated with an earlier monochrome blue PCGS label; light toning is present, while the chrysanthemum crest remains clear. Strong strike and uncirculated appearance.
