1 Yuan - Xuantong ND (1909-1911) front 1 Yuan - Xuantong ND (1909-1911) back
1 Yuan - Xuantong ND (1909-1911) photo
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1 Yuan - Xuantong ND

 
Silver (.820) 26.80 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Szechuan Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Xuantong (1908-1912)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1909-1911
Value
1 Yuan
Currency
Yuan (1897-1949)
Composition
Silver (.820)
Weight
26.80 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#42199
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SZECHUEN PROVINCE
7 MACE AND 2 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1909-1911 Xuantong ND 1 Yuan coin from Szechuan Province is that it features a unique blend of traditional Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a dragon, which is a symbol of power and good luck in Chinese culture, while the reverse side features a stylized image of the Chinese character for "yuan," surrounded by a wreath of flowers. This blend of traditional and modern design elements makes the coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.