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5 Mithqual - Xuantong Ka Shen; normal Wu; star at centre
1329 (1911) year| Silver | 17.20 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Xuantong (1908-1912) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1329 (1911) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Mithqual (0.5) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.20 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#295980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre, all surrounded by decorative boarder.
Interesting fact
The 5 Mithqual coin from Sinkiang Province, minted in 1329 (1911), features a unique star design at its center, which is not commonly found on other coins from the same era. This star design is believed to represent the five major religions of China at the time: Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Christianity, and Confucianism. This coin is a rare example of a coin that showcases the cultural and religious diversity of China during the early 20th century.
