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20 Cash 1st issue; ornate flag

10 (1921) year
Copper 11.35 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
10 (1921)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
20 Cash (Wen) (0.02)
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Copper
Weight
11.35 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#22553
Rarity index
46%

Reverse

Three Chinese ideograms within wreath.

Script: Chinese

Lettering:


Translation: 20 Cash (Wen)

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1921 Republic of China 20 Cash coin featuring an ornate flag design was the first coin to be issued by the Republic of China government, and it was minted in a limited quantity of only 10,000 pieces. This scarcity, combined with its historical significance, makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Chinese history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
10 (1921)  - - - - - -

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