Obverse © Baldwins of St James Ltd – Reverse © PCGS
Obverse © Baldwins of St James Ltd – Reverse © PCGS
½ Jiao Pattern; copper
21 (1932) year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 21 (1932) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | ½ Jiao (Ho) = 5 Fen (Sin) (0.05) |
| Currency | Gold Standard (1932) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#242152 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Branches of leaves and cherry blossoms with Chinese ideograms above.
Script: Chinese
Lettering: 毫半幣位本金
Translation: Gold Standard currency / 1/2 Jiao (Ho)
Engraver: John R. Sinnock
Designer: Clifford Hewitt
Comment
The proposed denomination for this currency was 'Sun'.These patterns were part of an attempted currency that ended up being abandoned. The original patterns were struck at the Philadelphia Mint and sent to the newly-established Shanghai Mint for inspection.
Interesting fact
The Pattern ½ Jiao coin was designed by the Central Mint of the Republic of China in 1932, and it features a unique blend of Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized dragon, which is a symbol of power and good luck in Chinese culture, while the reverse side features a pattern of waves and a circle in the center, which is reminiscent of Western coin designs. This blend of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that was taking place in China during the early 20th century, and it makes the coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
