2 Jiao (Pattern; "Fat Man dollar" type; pewter) 3 (1914) front 2 Jiao (Pattern; "Fat Man dollar" type; pewter) 3 (1914) back
no image

2 Jiao Pattern; "Fat Man dollar" type; pewter

3 (1914) year
Pewter - 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Pattern
Year
3 (1914)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
2 Jiao (0.2)
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Pewter
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#241759
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with more above.

Lettering:
圓一當枚五每

Translation:
5 pieces in 1 Yuan
2 Jiao

Engraver: Luigi Giorgi

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Jiao coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Taro Asakura, who was commissioned by the Republic of China government to create a new currency design. The coin features a portrait of a smiling Buddha on one side and a traditional Chinese dragon on the other. The design was meant to symbolize good luck and prosperity for the new Republic of China.