5 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1902) front 5 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1902) back
5 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1902) photo
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5 Fen - Guangxu Pattern ND

1902 year
Silver - 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
1902
Value
5 Fen (0.05)
Currency
Yuan (1896-1940)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#275727
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHE-KIANG PROVINCE
3.6 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

One important thing to note is that, while the proper spelling would have been 'Cheh-kiang' (as seen on pieces struck at Hangchow), the spelling on these patterns is 'Che-kiang'.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1902) 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 limited mintage.