5 Fen - Guangxu (Eight characters; pattern; brass) 23 (1897) front 5 Fen - Guangxu (Eight characters; pattern; brass) 23 (1897) back
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5 Fen - Guangxu Eight characters; pattern; brass

23 (1897) year
Brass - 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
23 (1897)
Calendar
Chinese - Guangxu era
Value
5 Fen (0.05)
Currency
Yuan (1896-1940)
Composition
Brass
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#274543
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Lettering:
CHEH-KIANG PROVINCE
3.6 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Fen - Guangxu (Eight characters; pattern; brass) 23 (1897) from Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces) made of Brass is that it is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It was minted during the Guangxu period, which was a time of great change and upheaval in China, and the coin's design reflects this turmoil. The Pattern 5 Fen coin features a unique blend of traditional Chinese design elements, such as the eight characters on the obverse, and modern influences, such as the brass material and the pattern on the reverse. This combination of old and new makes the coin a fascinating piece of history and a highly sought-after collector's item.