10 Fen Pattern; 2nd series; lead
25 (1936) year| Lead | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 25 (1936) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 10 Fen (0.10) |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Lead |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#242130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ancient Chinese spade money with one Chinese ideogram on either side and surrounded by a decorative border.
Lettering:
分拾
貝齊
Translation:
10 Fen
Qi Bei
Comment
The spade represented is an issue of the State of Han issue during the Warring States period, cast circa 350-250 BC.Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Fen coin was designed by the Central Mint of China in 1936, and it features a unique combination of Chinese and Western elements. On one side, it has the Chinese characters "中華民國" (Zhōnghuá Mínguó) meaning "Republic of China," while on the other side, it has the number 25 in bold font, surrounded by a wreath of wheat and a crescent moon. This design was meant to symbolize the country's transition towards modernization and its connection to the global economy. However, it's worth noting that this coin was not widely circulated and was primarily used as a sample or a collector's item. Despite its limited use, the Pattern 10 Fen coin remains a fascinating piece of history and a testament to the complex cultural and political landscape of China during the early 20th century.
