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½ Yuan "Fat Man dollar" type
3 (1914) year| Silver (.700) | 13.60 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 3 (1914) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | ½ Yuan |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Silver (.700) |
| Weight | 13.60 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#22877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with more above.
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
圓一當枚二每
中
圓
Translation:
2 pieces for 1 Yuan
1/2 Yuan
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1914 Republic of China ½ Yuan silver coin is that it features a unique design that has been affectionately nicknamed the "Fat Man dollar" due to the rounded shape and prominent cheeks of the figure depicted on the obverse side of the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 (1914) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Yuan ("Fat Man dollar" type) 3 (1914) coin.
