1 Yuan - Guangxu Pattern; silver ND
1902 year| Silver | - | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1902 |
| Value | 1 Yuan |
| Currency | Yuan (1896-1940) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#275730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Lettering:
CHE-KIANG PROVINCE
7 MACE AND 2 CANDAREENS
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
One important thing to note is that, while the proper spelling would have been 'Cheh-kiang' (as seen on pieces struck at Hangchow), the spelling on these patterns is 'Che-kiang'.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Yuan - Guangxu (Pattern; silver) ND (1902) from Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces) made of Silver is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was produced during the Guangxu period (1875-1908) of the Qing dynasty, a time of great change and upheaval in China, and features a unique pattern design that sets it apart from other coins of the era. As a result, it is considered a valuable and highly prized collector's item, with prices for mint-condition coins reaching into the tens of thousands of dollars.
