20 Fen (Pattern; 2nd series; nickel) 24 (1935) front 20 Fen (Pattern; 2nd series; nickel) 24 (1935) back
20 Fen (Pattern; 2nd series; nickel) 24 (1935) photo
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20 Fen Pattern; 2nd series; nickel

24 (1935) year
Nickel - 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Period
Republic (1912-1949)
Type
Pattern
Year
24 (1935)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
20 Fen (0.20)
Currency
Yuan (1912-1948)
Composition
Nickel
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#240949
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ancient Chinese spade money with one Chinese ideogram on either side and surrounded by a decorative border.

Script: Chinese

Lettering:
分廿
貝齊

Translation:
20 Fen
Qi Bei

Comment

The spade represented is an issue of the State of Han issue during the Warring States period, cast circa 350-250 BC.

Nickel 20 Fen pieces from Year 24 are only known by patterns.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Fen (Pattern; 2nd series; nickel) 24 (1935) from Republic of China made of Nickel is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Chinese dragon, while the reverse side features a modernistic design of a stylized "20" surrounded by a wreath, showcasing a blend of cultural influences.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
24 (1935)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Fen (Pattern; 2nd series; nickel) 24 (1935) coin.