10 Fen - Guangxu ND (1898-1908) front 10 Fen - Guangxu ND (1898-1908) back
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10 Fen - Guangxu ND

 
Silver (.820) 2.60 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Szechuan Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1898-1908
Value
10 Fen (0.10)
Currency
Yuan (1897-1949)
Composition
Silver (.820)
Weight
2.60 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#58295
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SZECHUEN PROVINCE
7.2 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

These coins were struck in 1898 and from 1901 to 1908; there appears to be no minting recorded from 1899 to 1900.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Fen coin from Szechuan Province is that it was minted during the Guangxu period (1898-1908) and features a unique blend of traditional Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of the Guangxu Emperor, while the reverse side features a depiction of a dragon and the Chinese characters for "Szechuan Province." The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1898-1908)  1274000 - - - - - -

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