Coin Japan 50 Sen Showa - Phoenix - Yr.12 - 1937 - AU - Silver

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"Sh?wa" (??) is the name of the Japanese era that lasted from 1926 to 1989. Each era in Japan is associated with the reign of an emperor, and the Sh?wa era corresponds to the reign of Emperor Hirohito. The name "Sh?wa" can be translated in English as "Enlightened Harmony."

The Sh?wa era was a period of significant transformations for Japan, encompassing events such as the rise of militarism, World War II, post-war reconstruction, and the rapid economic development that followed. This era is often linked to political, social, and economic challenges, as well as Japan's drive for change and modernization.