50 Cash (Copper) 20 (1931) front 50 Cash (Copper) 20 (1931) back
50 Cash (Copper) 20 (1931) photo
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50 Cash Copper

20 (1931) year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Honan Province (Chinese provinces)
Period
Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
20 (1931)
Calendar
Chinese republican
Value
50 Cash (0.05)
Currency
Yuan (1905-1949)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#42347
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Three Chinese ideograms within wreath with star above.

Lettering:


Translation: 50 Cash

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 50 Cash (Copper) 20 (1931) coin from Honan Province is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was produced during a time of great economic and political change in China, and its design reflects the country's transition from a traditional imperial system to a modern republic. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Sun Yat-sen, the founder of modern China, while the reverse depicts a stylized dragon and the Chinese characters for "Honan Province." The use of copper as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable metal. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auction.