20 Cash - Guangxu Pattern; copper
Copper | - | - |
Issuer | Fengtien Province (Chinese provinces) |
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Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
Type | Pattern |
Years | 40-42 (1903-1905) |
Calendar | Chinese cyclical (cycle starting in 1864) |
Value | 20 Cash (0.02) |
Currency | Yuan (1897-1931) |
Composition | Copper |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-03 |
Numista | N#275797 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Lettering:
FUNG-TIEN PROVINCE
20 CASH
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Cash - Guangxu (Pattern; copper) 40-42 (1903-1905) from Fengtien Province (Chinese provinces) made of Copper is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin features a traditional Chinese dragon, while the reverse side features a Western-style wreath and the denomination "20 Cash" in Chinese characters. This blending of design styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence of Western powers in China during the late Qing dynasty period.