© PCGS
© PCGS
20 Fen - Guangxu 1 Mace and 4.6 Candareens ND
1889 year| Silver (.820) | 5.30 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kwangtung Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1889 |
| Value | 20 Fen (0.20) |
| Currency | Yuan (1900-1949) |
| Composition | Silver (.820) |
| Weight | 5.30 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by Chinese ideograms.
Lettering:
造省東廣
釐六分四錢一平庫
Translation:
Made in Kwangtung Province
Worth 1 Mace and 4.6 Candareens (weight)
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Guangxu era (1875-1908) of the Qing dynasty, which was a time of significant social and economic change in China. The coin's design features a combination of traditional Chinese and Western elements, reflecting the influence of foreign powers on China's currency during this period. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and accuracy in trade, highlighting the importance of standardization in China's monetary system during this time.
