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500 Yen - Heisei Kyoto
| Issuer | Japan Mint |
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| Year | 2008 |
| Type | Commemorative circulation coin |
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| Obverse description | Central field features a dynamic depiction of a traditional Kyoto festival scene, prominently showing a large decorative float or hoko (鉾) adorned with elaborate textile drapery, characteristic of the renowned Gion Matsuri festival. A towering figure in ceremonial robes is visible to the right, rendered in high relief. The inscription 日 本 国 (State of Japan) arcs along the upper border, with KYOTO and 京都府 (Kyoto Prefecture) inscribed to the left of the central design, and 五 百 円 (500 Yen) at the base. The coin's outer nickel brass ring frames the copper-nickel centre, with a beaded inner border separating the legend from the central motif. |
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| Reverse script | Latin / Japanese |
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| Edge | Security edge |
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