5 Fen / 5 Cents 8 (1919) front 5 Fen / 5 Cents 8 (1919) back
5 Fen / 5 Cents 8 (1919) photo
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5 Fen / 5 Cents

8 (1919) year
Copper-nickel 2.60 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Kwangtung Province
Period
Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
8 (1919)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
5 Fen = 5 Cents (0.05)
Currency
Yuan (1900-1949)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
2.60 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36531
Rarity index
52%

Reverse

Value within wreath surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KWANG-TUNG PROVINCE
5
FIVE CENTS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Fen/5 Cents 8 coin from Kwangtung Province (1919) is interesting because it was produced during a time of great change in China. The coin was minted in the year 1919, which was the year that the Republic of China was established, and it features a unique design that reflects the political and cultural shifts that were taking place in the country at that time. Additionally, the coin was made of copper-nickel, which was a common material used for coinage during this period, and it has a distinctive weight of 2.60 grams, which makes it stand out from other coins of similar denominations. Overall, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that offers a glimpse into the complex and dynamic period of Chinese history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
8 (1919)  916000 - - - - - -

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