1 Yuan (Pattern; "Fat Man dollar"; six characters; copper) 3 (1914) front 1 Yuan (Pattern; "Fat Man dollar"; six characters; copper) 3 (1914) back
1 Yuan (Pattern; "Fat Man dollar"; six characters; copper) 3 (1914) photo
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1 Yuan Pattern; "Fat Man dollar"; six characters; copper

3 (1914) year
Copper - 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Pattern
Year
3 (1914)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
1 Yuan = 1 Dollar
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#241775
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideograms within wreath.

Script: Chinese

Lettering:

Translation: 1 Yuan

Engraver: Luigi Giorgi

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Yuan coin from the Republic of China (1914) is interesting because it features a unique design known as the "Fat Man dollar" due to its rounded shape and depiction of a plump figurine on the obverse side.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
3 (1914)  - - - - - -

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