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½ Rupee - In the name of Guangxu, 1875-1908 "Szechuan Rupee"; gold ND
1905 year| Gold | 9.38 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Tibet (China) |
|---|---|
| Period | Ganden Phodrang (1642-1959) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1905 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1902-1942) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 9.38 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#91467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Four Chinese ideograms read top to bottom, right to left with flower in the centre, all surrounded by floral wreath.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
四
造 省
川
Translation:
Si Chuan Sheng Zao
Made in Szechuan Province
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee coin from Tibet (China) made of Gold is that it was minted during the reign of Guangxu, who was the only emperor of the Qing dynasty to issue coins in his own name. This coin was minted in 1905 and weighs 9.38 grams of gold.
