50 Fen - Guangxu (3 Mace and 6 Candareens; pattern; copper) ND (1889) front 50 Fen - Guangxu (3 Mace and 6 Candareens; pattern; copper) ND (1889) back
50 Fen - Guangxu (3 Mace and 6 Candareens; pattern; copper) ND (1889) photo
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50 Fen - Guangxu 3 Mace and 6 Candareens; pattern; copper ND

1889 year
Copper - 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Kwangtung Province
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
1889
Value
50 Fen (0.50)
Currency
Yuan (1900-1949)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#274929
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by Chinese ideograms.

Lettering:
造省東廣
分六錢三平庫

Translation:
Made in Kwangtung Province
Worth 3 Mace and 6 Candareens (weight)

Edge

Reeded.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Fen - Guangxu (3 Mace and 6 Candareens; pattern; copper) ND (1889) from Kwangtung Province made of Copper is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors due to its unique design and historical significance. The coin features a combination of Chinese and Western elements, with the 3 Mace and 6 Candareens symbolizing the traditional Chinese monetary system, while the copper material and Pattern 50 Fen denomination reflect the influence of Western currency standards. Additionally, the coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Guangxu, who implemented a number of modernizing reforms in China, making it a valuable piece of history.