20 Cash ("TWENTY CASH"; five characters) ND (1919) front 20 Cash ("TWENTY CASH"; five characters) ND (1919) back
20 Cash ("TWENTY CASH"; five characters) ND (1919) photo
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20 Cash "TWENTY CASH"; five characters ND

1919 year
Copper 9.57 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Hunan Province
Period
Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1919
Value
20 Cash (0.02)
Currency
Yuan (1897-1949)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9.57 g
Diameter
32 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#296819
Rarity index
44%

Reverse

Crossed flags with flower above and florals on either side, all with Chinese ideograms above and below.

Lettering:
造省南湖
元銅十二當

Translation:
Made in Hunnan Province
Worth 20 copper coins

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 20 Cash coin from Hunan Province, made of copper and weighing 9.57g, was issued during a time of great economic change in China. In the early 20th century, China was transitioning from a traditional agricultural economy to a modern industrial economy, and the government was faced with the challenge of creating a new currency system that could support this growth. The 20 Cash coin was part of a series of coins introduced during this period, and it was designed to be easily accessible to the general population, with a low denomination and a durable design that could withstand heavy use. Despite its humble origins, this coin is now a sought-after collector's item, offering a glimpse into China's rich economic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1919)  - - - - - -

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