10 Yuan Pattern; Inauguration of Hongxian Emperor; silver
1 (1916) year| Silver | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hongxian (1915-1916) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1 (1916) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Hongxian era |
| Value | 10 Yuan |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#241789 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged dragon flying left with Chinese ideograms above and below.
Lettering:
國帝華中
圓拾
元紀憲洪
Translation:
Empire of China
10 Yuan
The 1st Year of Hongxian
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Comment
This coin commemorates Yuan Shikai's attempt to restore the Empire of China by proclaiming himself Emperor Hongxian in 1915; however, this attempt was a failure, and the Empire lasted only 83 days.Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Yuan coin from the Republic of China, minted in 1916, is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item. It is interesting to note that this coin was never officially circulated and was only produced in a small quantity as a pattern coin, making it a unique piece of numismatic history.
