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What did Japan use before the yen?
What did Japan use before the yen?
Sara
Fri Oct 25 2024
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I'm curious about the currency system in Japan. Specifically, I want to know what type of currency they used before the introduction of the yen. What was the previous currency and how did it work?
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AzureWave
Sat Oct 26 2024
Japanese history is marked by a diversity of currencies, each with unique shapes, styles, designs, sizes, and materials.
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Chloe_carter_model
Sat Oct 26 2024
The mon was the official currency of Japan during a significant historical period.
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StarlitFantasy
Sat Oct 26 2024
These currencies were made from various precious metals and materials, including gold, silver, and bronze.
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Federico
Sat Oct 26 2024
It was introduced during the Muromachi period in 1336 and remained in use until the early Meiji period in 1870.
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BonsaiLife
Sat Oct 26 2024
During its circulation, the mon coexisted with the new sen currency until 1891.
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