10 Yuan ("Fat Man dollar" type) 8 (1919) front 10 Yuan ("Fat Man dollar" type) 8 (1919) back
10 Yuan ("Fat Man dollar" type) 8 (1919) photo
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10 Yuan "Fat Man dollar" type

8 (1919) year
Gold (.850) 8.15 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
8 (1919)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
10 Yuan
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Gold (.850)
Weight
8.15 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#22878
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with more above, all surrounded by decorative border.

Lettering:
造年八國民華中

Translation:
Made in Year 8 of the Republic of China
10 Yuan

Engraver: Luigi Giorgi

Interesting fact

The 10 Yuan ("Fat Man dollar" type) 8 (1919) from Republic of China made of Gold (.850) weighing 8.15 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number minted. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and can fetch high prices at auctions.