1 Yuan Pattern; Inauguration of Hongxian Emperor; silver; tall hat; with L.Giorgi
1 (1916) year| Silver | 26.80 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hongxian (1915-1916) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1 (1916) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Hongxian era |
| Value | 1 Yuan = 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 26.80 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#241791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged dragon flying left with Chinese ideograms above and below.
Lettering:
國帝華中
元統憲洪
Translation:
Empire of China
The 1st Year of Hongxian
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Comment
This coin commemorates Yuan Shikai's attempt to restore the Empire of China by proclaiming himself Emperor Hongxian in 1915; however, this attempt was a failure, and the Empire lasted only 83 days.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Yuan coin from Republic of China (1916) is that it features a unique design element - a tall hat - which is not typically seen on other coins from this time period.
