20 Fen - Xuantong ND (1909-1911) front 20 Fen - Xuantong ND (1909-1911) back
20 Fen - Xuantong ND (1909-1911) photo
© Stacks Bowers

20 Fen - Xuantong ND

 
Silver 4.60 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Hupeh Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Xuantong (1908-1912)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1909-1911
Value
20 Fen (0.20)
Currency
Yuan (1895-1949)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.60 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#34937
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HU-PEH PROVINCE
1 MACE AND 4.4 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Fen coin from Hupeh Province is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in China. The Xuantong period (1909-1911) saw the fall of the Qing dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China, and this coin was minted during that transition. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still maintains its value and historical significance, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians alike.