© PCGS
© PCGS
10 Fen Magnetic
| Nickel | 4.52 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 25-28 (1936-1939) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 10 Fen (0.10) |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 4.52 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#9381 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Ancient Chinese spade money with one Chinese ideogram on either side and surrounded by a decorative border.
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
分拾
貝齊
Translation:
10 Fen
Qi Bei
Edge
Plain
Comment
The spade represented is an issue of the State of Han issue during the Warring States period, cast circa 350-250 BC.All Year 25 coins were supposed to be minted at the Shanghai Mint in pure nickel (and so were supposed to be magnectic). However, that year, a warlord had the Tientsin Mint produce these coins out of a nickel alloy, and because it was an alloy of nickel, those examples ended up being non-magnetic.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Fen (Magnetic) 25-28 coin from Republic of China is that it was made of Nickel, which is a magnetic material, and it was specifically designed to be magnetic to help distinguish it from counterfeit coins. This feature was particularly important during the 1930s when counterfeiting was a significant problem in China. The use of Nickel in the coin's composition also made it more durable and resistant to corrosion, ensuring that it would remain in circulation for a longer period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 (1936) | 73866000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 25 (1936) A | 60000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 27 (1938) | 110203000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 28 (1939) | 68000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Fen (Magnetic) 25-28 (1936-1939) coin.
