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© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
1 Dollar British Trade Dollar; Gold Proof
| Gold | 34.7 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1895-1900 |
| Value | 1 Dollar = 5 Shillings (¼) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 34.7 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#94199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Chinese characters and Jawi script in ornamental flower.
Lettering:
壹
ساتو رڠڬية
圓
Translation:
Chinese: One Dollar
Jawi: One Ringgit
Engraver: G.W. de Saulles
Edge
Milled
Comment
Extremely scarce, only a handful of examples of these gold proof restrikes are known to exist.Although apparently struck from the original dies, it is not known when these gold types were produced or by whom.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the British Trade Dollar is that it was minted with a unique "chopmark" counterstamp, which was applied by the Chinese government to confirm its authenticity for use in their country. This special marking makes the coin particularly sought after by collectors.
