2 Jiao Chuankang Army against Tibet
9 (1932) year| Silver | 5.20 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Szechuan Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Period | Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 9 (1932) |
| Calendar | Chinese cyclical (cycle starting in 1924) |
| Value | 2 Jiao (0.2) |
| Currency | Yuan (1897-1949) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.20 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#297126 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crossed flags with triangles above, date below, and surrounded by Chinese ideograms.
Lettering:
鬥奮前向結團愛和
1932
製監琳松余
Translation:
Unite with love and fight forward
Produced by Yu Songlin
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
The Chuankang Army refers to the Szechuan Boarder District / Chuanbian Special District, who were in a war against Tibet at this time. This coin commemorates the army's victory, with Liu Wenhui being the commander and Yu Songlin being the second brigade commander.For more information on this type (in Chinese), see here.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in China, as the country was plagued by warlordism, civil wars, and foreign invasions. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and design, showcasing the resilience and artistry of the Chinese people during a difficult period in their history.
