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1 Tael - Guangxu Pattern; Hu Poo; gold
29 (1903) year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Guangxu (光緒帝) (1875-1908) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 29 (1903) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Guangxu era |
| Value | 1 Tael |
| Currency | Tael (1903-1911) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#81470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
29TH YEAR OF KUANG HSÜ
HU POO
Translation:
29th Year of Guangxu
Board of Revenue
Edge
Plain
Comment
The dies were produced at the Osaka Mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Tael - Guangxu (Pattern; Hu Poo; gold) 29 (1903) from Empire of China made of Gold is that it is considered a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its limited mintage and historical significance.