5 Fen (Pattern) 14 (1925) front 5 Fen (Pattern) 14 (1925) back
5 Fen (Pattern) 14 (1925) photo
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5 Fen Pattern

14 (1925) year
Nickel - -
Description
Issuer
Shansi Province (Chinese provinces)
Period
Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949)
Type
Pattern
Year
14 (1925)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
5 Fen (0.05)
Currency
Tael (1890-1919)
Composition
Nickel
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#287934
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Five Chinese ideograms within wreath.

Lettering:
造省西山

Translation:
Made in Shansi Province
Currency

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Fen (Pattern) 14 (1925) from Shansi Province made of Nickel is that it is a rare coin that was minted during a time of great change in China. The coin was produced in 1925, which was the year that the Republic of China was established, and it features a unique pattern that sets it apart from other coins minted during this time period. Additionally, the fact that it is made of nickel makes it stand out from other coins that were typically made of copper or silver. This coin is a valuable piece of Chinese numismatic history and is highly sought after by collectors.