1 Tael - Guangxu Bullion coinage
10 (1884) year| Silver | 35.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Kirin Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 10 (1884) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Guangxu era |
| Value | 1 Tael |
| Currency | Tael (1882-1886) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 35.50 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#274773 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four Chinese ideograms with one Manchu word at each side (read left to right, top to bottom), all with outlined clowds at the corners.
Lettering:
ᡝᠮᡠ
ᡤᡳᡵᡳᠨ ᡨ᠋ᡝᡥᡝᡵᡝᠪᡠᡴ᠌ᡠ
壹廠
两平
ᠵᠠᠨ
Translation:
Kirin, equal to 1 Tael
Standard 1 Tael
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
These were some of the earliest struck coins, and this series was authorized to have a total of 5,000 pieces; however, due to uncertain reasons, the total mintage of this series (with all denominations combined) was 2,000.The example pictured in Krause is a fake.
Interesting fact
The 1 Tael - Guangxu (Bullion coinage) 10 (1884) from Kirin Province (Chinese provinces) made of Silver weighing 35.50 g is an interesting coin because it was minted during the late Qing dynasty, a time of great change and upheaval in China. The coin's design features the traditional Chinese dragon, which symbolizes power and good luck, and its silver content makes it a valuable collector's item. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Kirin Province, which is now known as Jilin Province, adds to its historical significance as the region has a rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 (1884) | 198 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Tael - Guangxu (Bullion coinage) 10 (1884) coin.
