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½ Yuan Pattern; proposed "Junk dollar" type; type
18 (1929) year| Silver | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 18 (1929) |
| 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#242576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three-masted ship (a junk) sailing left with one Chinese ideogram on either side.
Script: Chinese
Lettering: 元半
Translation: 1/2 Yuan
Comment
This denomination is only known by patterns.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Yuan (Pattern; proposed "Junk dollar" type; type 2) 18 (1929) 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. Xu Beihong's design for the coin features a stylized dragon on the obverse and a phoenix on the reverse, which symbolize good fortune and prosperity in Chinese culture. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it stand out among other coins from the Republic of China era.
