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5 Fen - Puyi Datong
| Copper-nickel | 3.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Manchukuo (Japanese puppet states in China) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Puyi (1932-1945) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2-3 (1933-1934) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Datong era |
| Value | 5 Fen (0.05) |
| Currency | Yuan (1934-1945) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#7781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 34% |
Reverse
Pearl above value between facing dragons
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
五
分
Translation:
5
Fen
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Fen - Puyi (Datong) 2-3 coin from Manchukuo is that it features a unique blend of Chinese and Japanese design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Puyi, the last emperor of China, while the reverse side features the Manchukuo national emblem, which was designed by the Japanese and incorporates elements of both Chinese and Japanese culture. This blending of design elements reflects the complex political and cultural relationship between China and Japan during the time period in which the coin was minted.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 (1934) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Fen - Puyi (Datong) 2-3 (1933-1934) coin.
