1 Tael (Ru Yi) ND (1853) front 1 Tael (Ru Yi) ND (1853) back
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1 Tael Ru Yi ND

1853 year
Silver 25.30 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Taiwan Province (Chinese provinces)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1853
Value
1 Tael
Composition
Silver
Weight
25.30 g
Diameter
41 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#274222
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Lotus flowers with curved stems surrounded by Chinese ideograms (with one incused above and below).

Edge

Greek design.

Comment

These are said to have been issued by Lin Kung during a rebellion that started in Fung Shan to meet the needs of the increasing military expenditures.

Interesting fact

The 1 Tael (Ru Yi) ND (1853) silver coin from Taiwan Province (Chinese provinces) has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of the Guangxu Emperor, who was the only emperor of the Qing dynasty to issue coins bearing his name. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a sought-after piece among numismatists.