© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Fen - Guangxu ND
1898 year| Silver (.820) | 1.30 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Hunan Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1898 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#34908 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HU-NAN PROVINCE
3.6 CANDAREENS
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Krause lists this piece as being from 1902; however, that seems to be an error, with the actual date possibly being 1898.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Fen - Guangxu ND (1898) coin from Hunan Province is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in China. The Guangxu period, which spanned from 1875 to 1908, saw the fall of the Qing dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China. This coin, minted in 1898, was produced during a time of political and social turmoil, and its design reflects the changing nature of Chinese society at the time. The coin's silver content and weight also make it a unique and valuable piece for collectors.
