© PCGS
© PCGS
10 Fen Pattern; 2nd series; nickel
24 (1935) year| Nickel | 4.50 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 24 (1935) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 10 Fen (0.10) |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 4.50 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#240947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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
Comment
The spade represented is an issue of the State of Han issue during the Warring States period, cast circa 350-250 BC.Nickel 10 Fen pieces from Year 24 are only known by patterns.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Fen (Pattern; 2nd series; nickel) 24 (1935) from Republic of China made of Nickel weighing 4.50 g is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Chinese dragon, while the reverse side features a modernistic design of a stylized "10" surrounded by a wreath, showcasing a blend of cultural influences.
