2 Fen 29-30 (1940-1941) front 2 Fen 29-30 (1940-1941) back
2 Fen 29-30 (1940-1941) photo
© PCGS

2 Fen

 
Brass 2.02 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
29-30 (1940-1941)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
2 Fen (0.02)
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Brass
Weight
2.02 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#18689
Rarity index
35%

Reverse

Ancient Chinese spade money with one Chinese ideogram on either side and surrounded by a decorative border.

Script: Chinese

Lettering:
分二
貝齊

Translation:
2 Fen
Qi Bei

Edge

Plain

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 2 Fen coin from Republic of China was designed by the famous Chinese painter and calligrapher, Xu Beihong. He was known for his work in the 1920s and 1930s, and his design for the 2 Fen coin features a stylized orchid, which is a symbol of elegance and refinement in Chinese culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
29 (1940)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Fen 29-30 (1940-1941) coin.