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½ Rupee - In the name of Guangxu, 1875-1908 "Szechuan Rupee"; silver ND
| Silver | 5.60 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Tibet (China) |
|---|---|
| Period | Ganden Phodrang (1642-1959) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1904-1912 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1902-1942) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.60 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#91456 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
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.
Comment
These pieces were struck 1904-1905, 1907, and 1912.The finess may be Ag .935; however, other sources say Ag .750.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee coin from Tibet (China) made of Silver 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 from 1904-1912 and weighs 5.60 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1904-1912) | 130000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Rupee - In the name of Guangxu, 1875-1908 ("Szechuan Rupee"; silver) ND (1904-1912) coin.
