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1 Yuan Pattern; Guangxu restrike; copper ND
| Copper | - | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Yunnan Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Xuantong (1908-1912) |
| Period | Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1911-1915 |
| Value | 1 Yuan |
| Currency | Yuan (1908-1949) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#289966 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre with one rosette at either side.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
While these coins say Guangxu on them, these were actually made from previously unused dies, struck at various times between 1911 and 1949 with a progressively reduced silver content. All listed dates and silver contents are approximations.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Yuan (Pattern; Guangxu restrike; copper) ND (1911-1915) from Yunnan Province (Chinese provinces) made of Copper is that it is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item. Due to its rarity, it is considered a valuable piece of Chinese numismatic history, and its value can range from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars, depending on its condition and provenance.
