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© PCGS
1 Yuan - Guangxu Uncircled dragon; redesigned dragon; with Manchu
| Silver (.900) | 26.90 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Kiangnan Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 36-42 (1899-1905) |
| Calendar | Chinese cyclical (cycle starting in 1864) |
| Value | 1 Yuan |
| Currency | Yuan (1898-1949) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.90 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KIANG NAN PROVINCE
7 MACE AND 2 CANDAREENS
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Initials are included on some coins, with those being of the mint officials to guarantee the fineness of the coins. Multiple varieties exist for this type, as shown below: