2 Jiao (Memento: Birth of the Republic) ND (1912) front 2 Jiao (Memento: Birth of the Republic) ND (1912) back
2 Jiao (Memento: Birth of the Republic) ND (1912) photo
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2 Jiao Memento: Birth of the Republic ND

1912 year
Silver 5.20 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1912
Value
2 Jiao (0.2)
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.20 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#22876
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Two crossed flags with floral on either side, all with Chinese ideograms above and below.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:
國民華中
幣念紀國開

Translation:
Republic of China
Founding commemorative coin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in 1912 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of the Republic of China, which was founded in 1912. The coin's design features a portrait of Sun Yat-sen, the founder of the Republic of China, on the obverse, and the National Emblem of the Republic of China on the reverse. The coin was made of silver and weighs 5.20 grams. It is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting fact for coin enthusiasts and history buffs alike.