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5 Jiao
| Nickel brass (65% Copper, 34% Zinc, 1% Nickel) | 3.6 g | 22.6 mm |
| Issuer | Taiwan |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 56-70 (1967-1981) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 5 Jiao = 50 Fen (0.5 TWD) |
| Currency | New dollar (1949-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (65% Copper, 34% Zinc, 1% Nickel) |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Chinese
Lettering: 角伍
Translation: 5 Jiao
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Jiao coin from Taiwan, which was in circulation from 1967 to 1981, has an interesting feature. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Sun Yat-sen, the first president of the Republic of China, while the reverse side features the National Emblem of Taiwan, which includes a blue sky, a white sun, and a plum blossom. This design was meant to symbolize the country's aspirations for a bright future and its connection to Chinese culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 (1967) | 109999000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 59 (1970) | 6010000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 60 (1971) | 4434000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 61 (1972) | 21171000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 62 (1973) | 88840000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 69 (1980) | 3972000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 70 (1981) | 100000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Jiao 56-70 (1967-1981) coin.
