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10 Cash 2nd issue; Founding of the Republic ND
| Copper | 6.80 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1914-1917 |
| Value | 10 Cash (Wen) (0.01) |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.80 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with English legend below.
Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Latin
Lettering:
十
文
TEN CASH
Translation: 10 Cash (Wen)
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Cash coin from the Republic of China, issued between 1914 and 1917, features the iconic Chinese dragon on one side and the value "10" on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate the founding of the Republic of China and was made of copper, weighing 6.80 grams. Interestingly, the dragon design on the coin was meant to symbolize the country's strength and power, and it has become a recognizable symbol of Chinese culture and identity.
