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1 Yuan / 1 Dollar Pattern; Founding of the Republic: Yuan Shikai; copper ND
1914 year| Copper | - | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1914 |
| Value | 1 Yuan = 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#241771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with Chinese ideograms above and English legend below.
Lettering:
幣念紀和共國民華中
壹
圓
ONE DOLLAR
Translation:
Founding commemorative coin of the Republic of China
1 Yuan
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Yuan / 1 Dollar coin from Republic of China made of Copper is that it was designed to commemorate the founding of the Republic of China by Yuan Shikai, who was the first president of the Republic of China. The coin features an image of Yuan Shikai on one side and the National Emblem of the Republic of China on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its value can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on its condition and rarity.
