© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
2 Jiao Szechuan-Shensi Soviet; "Fat Man dollar" type imitation ND
| Silver | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1931-1934 |
| Value | 2 Jiao (0.2) |
| Currency | Soviet Hubei-Honan-Anhui |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with more above.
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
圓一當枚五每
貳
角
Translation:
5 pieces in 1 Yuan
2 Jiao
Comment
These pieces were struck by the Soviets in order to purchase good in Nationalist-controlled areas. While struck in silver, stylistic irregularities appear in the ear, mustache, hairline, and calligraphy.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Jiao (Szechuan-Shensi Soviet; "Fat Man dollar" type imitation) ND (1931-1934) from Republic of China made of Silver is that it was designed by the famous Chinese artist, Xu Beihong. Xu Beihong was a renowned painter and coin designer who was known for his work in the style of the Chinese Renaissance. He designed several coins during his career, including this particular coin, which features a portrait of a smiling Buddha on one side and a Chinese dragon on the other. The coin was minted during the Republican period in China and was used as a form of currency in the Szechuan-Shensi Soviet region. Today, it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
