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© PCGS
50 Cash Copper
| Copper | 18.02 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Szechuan Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Period | Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1-2 (1912-1913) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 50 Cash (0.05) |
| Currency | Yuan (1897-1949) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 18.02 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
Four Chinese ideograms read top to bottom, right to left with flower at the centre, all surrounded by more ideograms.
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
造府政軍
四
幣 銅
川
文十五錢制當
Translation:
Made by the Provincial Army
Szechuan / Copper coin
Worth 50 Cash currency
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Cash coin from Szechuan Province was minted during a time of great change in China, as the country was transitioning from a imperial dynasty to a republic. The coin's design reflects this change, as it features a combination of traditional Chinese symbols, such as the dragon, and modern elements, such as the republic's flag. This blending of old and new reflects the complex cultural and political landscape of China during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (1912) | 489382000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cash (Copper) 1-2 (1912-1913) coin.
