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2 Jiao / 20 Cents
| Silver (.500) | 5.35 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kwangtung Province |
|---|---|
| Period | Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1-13 (1912-1924) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 2 Jiao = 20 Cents (0.2) |
| Currency | Yuan (1900-1949) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 5.35 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#22630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Value surrounded by English legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
⁕KWANG-TUNG PROVINCE⁕
20
TWENTY CENTS
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
The fineness of many of these 20 Cent pieces is as low as .500 silver, and in 1924, the Anhwei Mint secretly produced quantities that were only .400 silver.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in China, as the country was transitioning from a Qing dynasty to a republic. The coin's design reflects this change, as it features a blend of traditional Chinese imagery, such as the dragon, and modern elements, such as the numeral "2" in the center. This coin is a unique piece of history that captures a moment in time when China was undergoing significant transformation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (1912) | 88000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2 (1913) | 109974000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 (1914) | 41691000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 (1915) | 22332000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 (1918) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 8 (1919) | 195000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 (1920) | 197000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 (1921) | 402250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1922) | 350000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1923) | 4400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1924) | 55109000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Jiao / 20 Cents 1-13 (1912-1924) coin.
