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5 Fen Pattern; "Fat Man dollar" type; pewter
3 (1914) year| Pewter | - | - |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 3 (1914) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 5 Fen (0.05) |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Pewter |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#241758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with more above.
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
圓一當枚十二每
伍
分
Translation:
20 pieces in 1 Yuan
5 Fen
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Edge
Plain
Comment
This denomination is only known by patterns.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Fen (Pattern; "Fat Man dollar" type; pewter) 3 (1914) from Republic of China made of Pewter is that it features a unique design that was meant to symbolize the country's transition from a feudal society to a modern, republican state. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Sun Yat-sen, the first president of the Republic of China, while the reverse depicts a traditional Chinese dragon, representing the country's cultural heritage. The use of pewter as the material for the coin was also a deliberate choice, as it was a more affordable and accessible alternative to other metals, reflecting the government's desire to make the coinage accessible to a wider population.
