© PCGS
© PCGS
½ Jiao - Guangxu Pei Yang Arsenal; type
22 (1896) year| Silver (.820) | 1.32 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Chihli Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 22 (1896) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Guangxu era |
| Value | ½ Jiao = 5 Fen (0.05) |
| Currency | Yuan (1896-1940) |
| Composition | Silver (.820) |
| Weight | 1.32 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#274553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWENTY SECOND YEAR OF KWANG HSU
PEI YANG ARSENAL
Translation:
22rd year of Guangxu
Pei Yang Arsenal
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Emperor Guangxu, who was the only emperor of the Qing dynasty to issue coins with his own name. This coin, in particular, was minted at the Pei Yang Arsenal in 1896, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the same era. Additionally, it's made of silver with a purity of .820, which adds to its value and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 (1896) | 7000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Jiao - Guangxu (Pei Yang Arsenal; type 1) 22 (1896) coin.
