© PCGS
© PCGS
½ Yuan Pattern; 6th series; copper-nickel; with Kuei
| Copper-nickel | 9.06 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 31-32 (1942-1943) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | ½ Yuan |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 9.06 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#242253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ancient Chinese spade money with one Chinese ideogram on either side and surrounded by a decorative border.
Lettering:
圓半
貝齊
Translation:
1/2 Yuan
Qi Bei
Comment
The spade represented is an issue of the State of Han issue during the Warring States period, cast circa 350-250 BC.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Yuan coin from Republic of China is that it features a unique design element known as the "Kuei" character, which is a stylized representation of a Chinese dragon. The Kuei character is depicted on the coin's reverse side, surrounded by other symbols and characters that represent the coin's denomination and country of origin. The use of the Kuei character on the coin's design is a nod to China's rich cultural heritage and its long history of dragon mythology.
