1 Qian (Bullion coinage; Hunan Fu-Nan Monetary Bureau) ND (1906) front 1 Qian (Bullion coinage; Hunan Fu-Nan Monetary Bureau) ND (1906) back
1 Qian (Bullion coinage; Hunan Fu-Nan Monetary Bureau) ND (1906) photo
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1 Qian Bullion coinage; Hunan Fu-Nan Monetary Bureau ND

1906 year
Silver 3.70 g -
Description
Issuer
Hunan Province
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1906
Value
1 Qian (0.1)
Currency
Tael (1906-1912)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.70 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#296864
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideograms.

Script: Chinese

Lettering:

Translation: 1 Qian

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Qian coin from Hunan Province is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in China. The coin was produced in 1906, just a few years after the fall of the Qing dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China. This period saw significant economic growth and modernization, as well as the introduction of new currency systems and technologies. Despite the changes, the 1 Qian coin remained an important part of everyday commerce in Hunan Province, and its design and production reflect the blending of traditional Chinese motifs with modern influences.