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1 Yuan / 1 Dollar Founding of the Republic: Li Yuanhong; type 1 ND
1912 year| Silver (.900) | 26.50 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1912 |
| Value | 1 Yuan = 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.50 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath surrounded by English legend.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA
壹
圓
ONE DOLLAR
Translation: 1 Yuan
Engraver: Chu Tse-fang
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in 1912 to commemorate the founding of the Republic of China, which marked the end of the Qing dynasty and the beginning of a new era in Chinese history. The coin features Li Yuanhong, the first president of the Republic of China, on its obverse side, and the reverse side features the famous landmark, the Gate of Heavenly Peace, also known as the Tiananmen Gate, in Beijing. This coin is made of silver with a purity of .900 and weighs 26.50 grams, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
