5 Fen Pattern; 2nd series; nickel; with Ping
25 (1936) year| Nickel | 3.10 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 25 (1936) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 5 Fen (0.05) |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 3.10 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#242718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Ancient Chinese spade money with one Chinese ideogram on either side and surrounded by a decorative border.
Lettering:
分伍
貝齊
Translation:
5 Fen
Qi Bei
Comment
The spade represented is an issue of the State of Han issue during the Warring States period, cast circa 350-250 BC.Krause lists sub-varieties with Ping (平) and Jin (津); however, all other coins with those two characters are reported as patterns, so those of the 5 Fen are likely patterns as well.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Fen (Pattern; 2nd series; nickel; with Ping) 25 (1936) from Republic of China made of Nickel weighing 3.10 g is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Chinese dragon, while the reverse side features a modernistic rendering of a stylized "25" surrounded by a wreath, showcasing a blend of Eastern and Western artistic styles.
