© PCGS
© PCGS
50 Fen - Guangxu 3 Mace and 6.5 Candareens ND
1889 year| Silver (.860) | 13.50 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Kwangtung Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1889 |
| Value | 50 Fen (0.50) |
| Currency | Yuan (1900-1949) |
| Composition | Silver (.860) |
| Weight | 13.50 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#274917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by Chinese ideograms.
Lettering:
造省東廣
釐五分六錢三平庫
Translation:
Made in Kwangtung Province
Worth 3 Mace and 6.5 Candareens (weight)
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Guangxu period, which was a time of great change and modernization in China. The coin's design, featuring three mace and six and a half candareens, represents the old Chinese system of weight and currency, which was used for centuries before being replaced by the modern yuan currency. Despite being minted over 130 years ago, this coin remains a fascinating piece of Chinese history and a valuable collector's item.
