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

23 (1897) year
Silver - 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
Silver
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#274542
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; silver) 23 (1897) from Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces) made of Silver is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors due to its unique design and historical significance. The coin features a distinctive pattern of eight characters on its reverse side, which represents the eight provinces of China during the Qing dynasty. Additionally, the coin was minted in 1897, which was a time of significant political and social change in China, making it a valuable piece of history for collectors.