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5 Fen - Guangxu ND

 
Silver (.820) 1.30 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Szechuan Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1898-1908
Value
5 Fen (0.05)
Currency
Yuan (1897-1949)
Composition
Silver (.820)
Weight
1.30 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#296997
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SZECHUEN PROVINCE
3.6 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

These coins were struck in 1898 and from 1901 to 1908; there appears to be no minting recorded from 1899 to 1900.

Interesting fact

The 5 Fen coin from Szechuan Province (Chinese provinces) made of Silver (.820) weighing 1.30 g is interesting because it was produced during a time of great change and modernization in China, specifically during the reign of the Guangxu Emperor (1898-1908). This coin was part of a series of new currency introduced during this period, which aimed to replace the traditional Chinese cash coins with modern currency. The use of silver in the coin's production also reflects China's shift towards a silver standard during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1898-1908)  671000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Fen - Guangxu ND (1898-1908) coin.