© PCGS
© PCGS
20 Fen - Guangxu Eight characters
| Silver (.820) | 5.40 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 22-23 (1896-1897) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Guangxu era |
| Value | 20 Fen (0.20) |
| Currency | Yuan (1896-1940) |
| Composition | Silver (.820) |
| Weight | 5.40 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#34862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHEH-KIANG PROVINCE
1 MACE AND 4.4 CANDAREENS
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Guangxu era, which was a time of great change and upheaval in China. The Guangxu emperor was the only son of the Xianfeng emperor and ascended to the throne in 1875, but his reign was marked by political turmoil, foreign intervention, and the decline of the Qing dynasty. Despite these challenges, the Guangxu era saw significant modernization and reform efforts, including the introduction of new currency systems, such as the 20 Fen coin.
