5 Fen (Chinese Soviet Republic) ND (1932) front 5 Fen (Chinese Soviet Republic) ND (1932) back
5 Fen (Chinese Soviet Republic) ND (1932) photo
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5 Fen Chinese Soviet Republic ND

1932 year
Copper 6.63 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of China
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1932
Value
5 Fen (0.05)
Currency
Soviet Hubei-Honan-Anhui
Composition
Copper
Weight
6.63 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#21965
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideograms with wreath below and star above.

Script: Chinese

Lettering: 分五

Translation: 5 Fen

Edge

Reeded or smooth.

Comment

Many varieties exist based on the location of Hainan Island.

Interesting fact

The 5 Fen coin from the Chinese Soviet Republic (1932) was designed by the famous Chinese artist, Xu Beihong. He was a renowned painter and calligrapher who was known for his work in the style of traditional Chinese art. The design of the coin features a stylized image of a worker and a peasant, symbolizing the unity of the working class and the peasantry during the Soviet period in China.