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

8 (1919) year
Copper - 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Pattern
Year
8 (1919)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
10 Yuan
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#241794
Rarity index
100%

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 Pattern 10 Yuan coin from Republic of China (1919) is interesting because it features a unique design, known as the "Fat Man dollar" type, which depicts a chubby-cheeked child on the obverse side. This design was intended to symbolize prosperity and good luck, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.