Holed Coins (Ana-sen) Market Report
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Basic Knowledge for Identifying the Value of Kanei Tsūhō (寛永通宝) — Methods for Judging Script Style, Reverse Characters, and Mother Coins
Kanei Tsūhō (寛永通宝) was Japan's primary currency in circulation for approximately 230 years from 1636. Differences in the manufacturing systems of Ko-Kan'ei (古寛永) and Shin-Kan'ei (新寛永), the price gap between mother coins and circulating coins (which can exceed 100 times), how to read the reverse characters that indicate the mint, and authenticity assessment through script style all influence value judgments when collecting. Verifying condition and selecting reliable sources of acquisition are also important.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)How to Identify and Value Tetsusen (Iron Coins): From Types of Rust to Preservation Methods
Tetsusen (iron coins), cast from around 1739 in response to a copper shortage in the mid-Edo period, are evaluated by standards entirely different from those applied to copper coins. Key factors include identifying the material with a magnet, distinguishing red rust from black rust, and pinpointing the mint location from characters on the reverse. Market prices, which directly reflect condition, range widely from a few hundred yen to tens of thousands of yen, and maintaining a proper storage environment is the key to preserving value.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)The Value and How to Identify Bunkyū Eiho — How Wave Patterns and Script Styles Determine Market Price
Bunkyū Eiho (文久永宝) is a copper coin cast by the Edo shogunate in 1863 and is Japan's last holed coin, distinguished by the wave-shaped outer rim. Two varieties exist — standard script (真書体) and cursive script (草書体) — and the number and depth of waves as well as differences in script style determine rarity. Material and condition also heavily influence price. Individual prices and auction results are listed only once verifiably matched records — with sale, lot, source URL and review date — exist.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)How to Identify Tenpō Tsūhō and Market Prices: The Difference in Value Between Honza Coins and Mitsuchū Coins
Tenpō Tsūhō (天保通宝) is a large hyaku-mon coin minted in 1835, characterized by its oval shape measuring approximately 49 mm vertically and 33 mm horizontally. Two lineages exist: Honza coins officially authorized by the shogunate, and Mitsuchū coins secretly cast by various domains. Value varies greatly depending on place of origin and calligraphic style. Honza coins trade at roughly ¥5,000–¥15,000, while rare Mitsuchū coins fetch anywhere from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of yen. Authenticity can be assessed through weight measurement and observation of the coin's textual features.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)The Many Varieties of Kan'ei Tsūhō and Their Rarity Value: How to Identify Them and What They're Worth
Because Kan'ei Tsūhō (寛永通宝) was cast at minting houses throughout the country for roughly 230 years during the Edo period, hundreds of varieties exist. Representative examples include the "Nisuiei" and "Shimayabun" of the early Kan'ei period and the "reverse-character coins" of the later Kan'ei period. The value of these varieties differs greatly depending on type, rarity, and condition—ranging from ¥10 to several million yen. Mother coins (bosen) and trial-cast coins command especially high prices, making calligraphic authentication critically important. The article also covers selective collecting and counterfeit detection, conveying the depth and fascination of the hobby.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)This Week's Revisit: What Is the Current Market Price of Bunkyu Eiho?
The value of ana-sen (holed coins) is determined by three factors: market price, rarity, and demand. Using "What Is the Current Market Price of Bunkyu Eiho? A Collection Guide for Ana-sen Beginners Starting from ¥5,000" as a starting point, this article organizes how to read median values and thin-market conditions, and how not to mistake a single auction result for the overall market trend.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)Ana-sen Market Flash Report — Reading the Market from a Recent Sale of ¥8,800
A flash report on the ana-sen market based on the latest transaction data. Using a ¥8,800 Mercari sale as an example, the ITTENDO editorial team explains how to distinguish the median price from thin-volume trading, and the three factors that determine value.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)Hole Coin Market Flash Report — Reading the Market from a Recent Sale of ¥3,880
A flash report on the hole coin market based on the latest transaction data. Using a ¥3,880 Mercari sale as an example, the ITTENDO editorial team explains how to distinguish median prices from thin-market conditions, and the three factors that determine value.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)Anasen Market Flash — Reading the Latest Sale at ¥3,600
A market flash report on anasen (穴銭) coins anchored in the latest transaction data. Using a ¥3,600 Mercari sale as a case study, the ITTENDO editorial team explains how to distinguish the median price from thin-volume trading and the three factors that determine value.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)The Value and Pitfalls of Tenpō Tsūhō (天保通宝) — Misconceptions and Mistakes Beginners Should Avoid
Tenpō Tsūhō (天保通宝) is one of the most representative holed coins of the Edo period, but its value varies widely and can be difficult for beginners to assess. ITTENDO explains how to distinguish between rare types that fetch high prices at auction and common examples, current market trends, and the mistakes beginners are most likely to make.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)Understanding Kanei Tsuho Market Fluctuations: Analyzing Recent Auction Data to Uncover Value Drivers
Recent 2024 auctions saw specific rare Kanei Tsuho coins reach record-high prices. This surge is driven by shifts in collector demographics and a re-evaluation of rarity. This article explains the factors determining Kanei Tsuho's value across three levels (beginner to advanced), details how to interpret market charts, and outlines common pitfalls for new collectors. We provide actionable insights for smart coin collecting. Monitor market changes with Ittendou's Vault.
Holed Coins (Ana-sen)The Value and Market Price of Tenpō Tsūhō (天保通宝) — 3 Misconceptions Beginners Overlook
Tenpō Tsūhō (天保通宝) is one of the most popular holed coins (ana-sen), and even coins that look identical can differ enormously in value. Depending on grade, year of minting, and circulation volume, prices can vary by more than tenfold. This article explains the misconceptions beginners are prone to and the key points for reading market prices.
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