This 10-momi silver note was issued in Tebbe, Tajima Province, during the Bunsei era (1818–1830). Tebbe, located in what is now Fushiba, Hidaka Town, Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, was part of a region where rice certificates were widely used as local currency. These certificates, such as this note, represented a weight of 10 momi (a traditional Japanese unit of silver) and were directly tied to agricultural trade, particularly rice, which was the backbone of the Edo-period economy.
The note reflects the localized financial practices of the time, when feudal lords and regional issuers implemented systems to maintain economic stability. This rice certificate is an important artifact, offering a glimpse into the decentralized currency system of the Bunsei period. It is noted to be in average condition, preserving its historical significance for collectors and historians alike.
