1 Yuan Pattern; "Junk dollar"; without sun and birds; reduced size; copper
24 (1935) year| Copper | - | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 24 (1935) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 1 Yuan = 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 3.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#242584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two-masted ship (a junk) sailing right with one Chinese ideogram on either side.
Lettering: 圓壹
Translation: 1 Yuan
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Yuan coin was designed by the Central Mint of the Republic of China in 1935, and it features a unique "Junk dollar" design without the traditional sun and birds motif. This design was chosen to reflect the country's shift towards a more modern and industrialized economy, and it was also meant to be more easily recognizable and harder to counterfeit. The coin was made of copper, which was a more affordable and durable material than previous silver or gold coins. Despite its interesting design and historical significance, the Pattern 1 Yuan coin is relatively rare and valuable, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
