© Classical Numismatic Gallery
© Classical Numismatic Gallery
1 Tael - Guangxu Pattern; small clouds; gold
| Gold | 37.00 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Guangxu (光緒帝) (1875-1908) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 43-44 (1906-1907) |
| Calendar | Chinese cyclical (cycle starting in 1864) |
| Value | 1 Tael |
| Currency | Tael (1903-1911) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 37.00 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#243320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by small clouds.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Struck at the Tientsin Mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Tael - Guangxu (Pattern; small clouds; gold) 43-44 (1906-1907) from Empire of China made of Gold weighing 37.00 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and modernization in China. The Guangxu Emperor, who ruled from 1875 to 1908, was instrumental in introducing a number of modernizing reforms, including the adoption of Western-style currency. This coin, with its unique pattern and gold content, represents a fascinating intersection of traditional Chinese currency and modernizing influences.
