20 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1898) front 20 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1898) back
20 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1898) photo
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20 Fen - Guangxu Pattern ND

1898 year
Silver - 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Shensi Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
1898
Value
20 Fen (0.20)
Currency
Yuan (1898-1949)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#275256
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SHEN-SI PROVINCE
1 MACE AND 4.4 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

These pieces were made at the Heaton Mint in England, and send were to be sent to Shensi along with the dies and machinery; however, the machinery never made it to Shensi, instead being diverted to the Hupeh Mint.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1898) from Shensi Province made of Silver is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. The coin was produced during the Guangxu era (1875-1908) of the Qing dynasty, a time of great change and upheaval in China, and its design reflects the influence of Western styles and technologies on Chinese currency. The coin's rarity and historical importance make it a valuable addition to any collection of Chinese numismatics.