© PCGS
© PCGS
½ Yuan Pattern; "Junk dollar" type; silver
| Silver | - | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 24-25 (1935-1936) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | ½ Yuan |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#240954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two-masted ship (a junk) sailing right with one Chinese ideogram on either side.
Script: Chinese
Lettering: 圓中
Translation: 1/2 Yuan
Comment
This denomination is only known by patterns.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Yuan (Pattern; "Junk dollar" type; silver) 24-25 (1935-1936) from Republic of China made of Silver is that it was designed by the renowned Chinese artist, Xu Beihong (徐徐悲徐悲鴻), who was also a famous painter and calligrapher. The coin's design features a stylized dragon and phoenix, which are symbols of good fortune and prosperity in Chinese culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 (1936) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Yuan (Pattern; "Junk dollar" type; silver) 24-25 (1935-1936) coin.
