Japan 1832-1865 Samurai Gold and Silver Collection (1 silver and 1 gold bar coin) in small wooden box with certificate VF-XF

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Japan's gold and silver money at the arrival of the "Black Ships"

In Japan's history, the year 1853 is best known for the arrival of the "Black Ships" (Japanese: kurofune). Already a term for European sailing ships since the 16th century, in this case it refers to the fleet under U.S. Commander Matthew Perry and the resulting end of Japan's long isolation. In 1868, the Meiji Restoration finally abolished the last shōgunate and established the Japanese Empire. The revolutionary period was marked by struggles between pro-imperial forces and supporters of the shoguns, such as the samurai. These two currency ingots are from that significant period. They are a 1 Shu silver coin and a 2 Shu gold coin.

- From the end of the samurai era
- Japan's historic opening to the West
- Gold and silver rectangular coins

In high-quality wooden box with authenticity and information certificate
Historic gold and silver coins in rare bar money format

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