1 Yuan (Memento: Birth of the Republic) ND (1912-1927) front 1 Yuan (Memento: Birth of the Republic) ND (1912-1927) back
1 Yuan (Memento: Birth of the Republic) ND (1912-1927) photo
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1 Yuan Memento: Birth of the Republic ND

 
Silver (.890) 27.20 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Years
1912-1927
Value
1 Yuan = 1 Dollar
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Silver (.890)
Weight
27.20 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#16256
Rarity index
30%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideograms within wreath, all surrounded by English legend.

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering:
MEMENTO


BIRTH OF REPUBLIC OF CHINA

Translation: 1 Yuan

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

The issues of 1912 and 1927 can be differentiated through what separates the reverse legend: 1912 has stars and 1927 has rosettes.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in China's history. The coin was issued in 1912, the same year that the Qing dynasty was overthrown and the Republic of China was established. This coin serves as a symbol of the new government and the shift towards modernization and democracy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1927)  - - - - - -

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