© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Yuan - Guangxu Pen Sheng ND
1894 year| Silver (.900) | 26.70 g | - |
| Issuer | Hupeh Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1894 |
| Value | 1 Yuan |
| Currency | Yuan (1895-1949) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.70 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#274608 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Lettering:
HU-PEH PROVINCE
省 本
7 MACE AND 2 CANDAREENS
Translation: Provincial use
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Emperor Guangxu, who was the only emperor of the Qing dynasty to issue coins with his own name and era title, "Pen Sheng." This coin, minted in 1894, was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to modernize China's currency and economy. The use of silver as the material for the coin was a departure from the traditional use of copper and bronze in Chinese coinage, and it reflected China's efforts to adopt Western standards in minting and commerce.
