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1 Yuan - Guangxu Pattern; "SUNGAREI" ND
1897 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1884-1908) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1897 |
| Value | 1 Yuan = 7.2 Mace (0.72) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#292123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SUNGAREI
7 MACE 2 CANDAREENS
Engraver: Otto Bleh
Comment
While Krause lists these as being struck in 1906, recent evidence shows these were made from Otto Bleh dies, who struck some patterns for varies Chinese provinces between 1897 and 1899. Denominations of 1 Mace, 2 Mace, 4 Mace, and 1 Yuan (7 Mace and 2 Candareens) are known, with the last two denominations only known by patterns.Only the 1 Mace and 2 Mace denominations were released into circulation, with very few known to exist today.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Yuan - Guangxu (Pattern; "SUNGAREI") ND (1897) from Sinkiang Province made of Silver is a rare and valuable coin that was minted during the Guangxu period of the Qing dynasty. It is known for its unique "SUNGAREI" pattern, which is a Manchu word that means " Auspicious Dragon". This coin is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and is highly sought after for its historical significance and rarity.
