A special Japanese collector set issued in 1997 (Heisei 9) to commemorate Respect for the Aged Day (Keirō no Hi), a national holiday honoring senior citizens and their contributions to society. The set contains Japan’s full circulation coinage for the year along with commemorative medals.
Coin Specifications:
• 1 yen (aluminum)
• 5 yen (brass, with a hole)
• 10 yen (bronze)
• 50 yen (cupronickel, with a hole)
• 100 yen (cupronickel)
• 500 yen (nickel-brass)
• Special commemorative bronze medal (square-shaped, with “1997” inscribed).
