1 Fen Pattern; with hole
21 (1932) year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 21 (1932) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 1 Fen (Sin) (0.01) |
| Currency | Gold Standard (1932) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#242035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Branches of leaves and cherry blossoms with Chinese ideograms above.
Lettering: 仙壹幣位本金
Translation: Gold Standard currency / 1 Fen (Sin)
Engraver: John R. Sinnock
Designer: Clifford Hewitt
Comment
The proposed denomination for this currency was 'Sun'.These patterns were part of an attempted currency that ended up being abandoned. The original patterns were struck at the Philadelphia Mint and sent to the newly-established Shanghai Mint for inspection.
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique hole in the center, which was designed to make it easier for people to thread a string or cord through the coin, allowing them to wear it as an amulet or pendant. This feature was particularly useful during the Chinese New Year celebrations, where people would often give red envelopes filled with money to children and elderly relatives as a symbol of good luck and prosperity. The hole in the coin made it easier for the recipients to wear the coin as a pendant, serving as a constant reminder of the giver's generosity and good wishes.
