© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Yuan Pattern; "Fat Man dollar"; six characters; silver; with L.Giorgi
3 (1914) year| Silver | 26.40 g | 39 mm |
| 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 | Silver |
| Weight | 26.40 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#240901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath.
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
壹
圓
Translation: 1 Yuan
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Yuan coin was designed by the Italian sculptor and engraver, Luigi Giorgi, who was invited by the Republic of China's government to create a new currency for the country. The coin's design features a portrait of a smiling, rotund man, which was meant to represent the Chinese people's prosperity and good fortune. However, the coin's design was not without controversy, as some critics accused it of being too similar to the Japanese yen, which was also designed by Giorgi. Despite this, the Pattern 1 Yuan coin remains a unique and interesting piece of Chinese numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 (1914) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yuan (Pattern; "Fat Man dollar"; six characters; silver; with L.Giorgi) 3 (1914) coin.
