© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Yuan "Fat Man dollar"; seven characters
| Silver (.890) | 26.40 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 8-10 (1919-1921) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 1 Yuan = 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Silver (.890) |
| Weight | 26.40 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#240879 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath.
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
壹
圓
Translation: 1 Yuan
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Comment
The profile of the man on the obverse is that of General Yuan Shikai.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Yuan coin from the Republic of China (1919-1921) is that it was designed by a famous Chinese painter and calligrapher named Xu Beihong. Xu Beihong was known for his work in the traditional Chinese style, and his design for the coin features a portrait of a smiling Buddha, which was meant to symbolize prosperity and good fortune for the Chinese people. The coin was also unique in that it was made of silver, which was a departure from the traditional copper or bronze used in other Chinese coins at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 (1919) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9 (1920) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 10 (1921) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yuan ("Fat Man dollar"; seven characters) 8-10 (1919-1921) coin.
