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1 Yuan Changchow military payment ND
1844 year| Silver | 27.20 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Fukien Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Daoguang (道光帝) (1820-1850) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1844 |
| Value | 1 Yuan |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.20 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#274593 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms side-by-side with two more below.
Lettering:
纹足
通
行
Translation:
Zu Wen / Tong Xing
Fine silver / Generally current
Edge
Greek design.
Comment
These coins are often found with contemporary countermarks.Interesting fact
The 1 Yuan Changchow military payment coin from Fukien Province, made of silver and weighing 27.20g, is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists. Its value is estimated to be worth tens of thousands of dollars, making it a prized addition to any coin collection.