1 Jiao Pattern; "Fat Man dollar" type; nickel
3 (1914) year| Nickel | - | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 3 (1914) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 1 Jiao (0.1) |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#240959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with more above.
Lettering:
圓一當枚十每
壹
角
Translation:
10 pieces for 1 Yuan
1 Jiao
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Jiao (1914) coin from Republic of China made of Nickel is that it features a unique design of a fat man on the obverse side, which is where the coin got its nickname "Fat Man dollar." This design was created by the Chinese government to symbolize prosperity and good luck, and it has become a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
