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50 Fen - Guangxu
| Silver | 13.10 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Kirin Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 35-45 (1898-1908) |
| Calendar | Chinese cyclical (cycle starting in 1864) |
| Value | 50 Fen (0.50) |
| Currency | Yuan (1898-1909) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.10 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre with English legend above and below and Manchu words to the left and right.
Lettering:
KIRIN PROVINCE
ᡩᠠᡳᠴᡳᠩ ᡤᡠᡵᡠᠨ
3 CANDARINS 6
Translation: Great Qing
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
The 50 Fen coin from Kirin Province (now known as Jilin Province) during the Guangxu era (1898-1908) is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable material at the time. The use of silver in coinage was a symbol of the province's wealth and prosperity. Additionally, the coin's design featured the Chinese dragon, which is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Chinese culture. This coin is a unique piece of history that showcases the rich cultural heritage of China during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1898) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 37 (1900) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Fen - Guangxu 35-45 (1898-1908) coin.
