A guaranteed authentic and rare antique Japanese 1 sen bronze coin minted in Tokyo in 1878. Having the characters, "Dai Nippon" (great Japan) and Meiji year 10 (1878) with a clear image of a dragon in the center. On the obverse: Paulownia blossoms, a chrysanthemum and "1 sen". The Chrysanthemum symbolizes Japan's imperial family and is often used on currency. 

Overall, with the exception of some signs of age, this coin is in very fine condition with minimal wear, a very clear strike and having all original patina. Measures 1 1/8" in diameter (2.8 cm).