5 Cash (Copper) 1 (1912) front 5 Cash (Copper) 1 (1912) back
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5 Cash Copper

1 (1912) year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Szechuan Province (Chinese provinces)
Period
Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1 (1912)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
5 Cash (0.005)
Currency
Yuan (1897-1949)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#58197
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Lion facing left while standing atop a rock, all with clouds below.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Cash coin from Szechuan Province (Chinese provinces) made of Copper in 1912 is interesting because it was produced during a time of great change in China. The coin was minted during the reign of the Republic of China, which was established in 1912 after the fall of the Qing dynasty. This period saw significant political, social, and economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system. The 5 Cash coin was part of this new system and was used widely in everyday transactions. Despite the changes and upheavals of the time, the coin remains a tangible link to China's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1 (1912)  471000 - - - - - -

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