Japan gold 2 bu (Maiji Nibu Kin), 1868-69. 20x11.5 mm. The last of the rectangular silver-gold coins before the introduction of the "Western-style" Yen coinage in 1870. Specs: 2.45 g, .223 gold and .777 silver. Even at just over half a gram of gold, that's still around NZ$150 worth (as at 28 November 2025). Note: Looks yellower in real life than in the photos!

Photos show actual item(s) being offered. Starting price = reserve. Payment within 7 days please.

POSTING OPTIONS AND PRICES:

Contact us if you would like to accumulate several items to combine postage. If you combine items with two different postal rates, the higher rate will apply.

Be sure to add the correct postage for tracked delivery when paying. All items, NZ only: $10.00 urban addresses insured (PO Boxes OK) $8.00 urban addresses not insured (" ") $16.00 R.D. addresses insured $14.00 R.D. addresses not insured $0 Combine with another item you've paid postage for

Other options for banknotes and small, light coins only: $3.00 standard post in NZ (may take a week or more - be warned!) $4.00 Australia airmail your risk (not tracked). Please enquire after the auction for a price in Australian dollars and Aussie bank details.

Other options for coins, NZ urban addresses only: $6.00 Tracked parcel