20 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1902) front 20 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1902) back
20 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1902) photo
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20 Fen - Guangxu Pattern ND

1902 year
Silver - 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
1902
Value
20 Fen (0.20)
Currency
Yuan (1896-1940)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#275729
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHE-KIANG PROVINCE
1 MACE AND 4.4 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

One important thing to note is that, while the proper spelling would have been 'Cheh-kiang' (as seen on pieces struck at Hangchow), the spelling on these patterns is 'Che-kiang'.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1902) from Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces) made of Silver is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage.