50 Fen - Guangxu Eight characters; pattern
24 (1898) year| Brass | - | - |
| Issuer | Anhwei Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 24 (1898) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Guangxu era |
| Value | 50 Fen (0.50) |
| Currency | Yuan (1897-1949) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#274415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AN-HWEI PROVINCE
3 MACE AND 6 CANDAREENS
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Fen - Guangxu (Eight characters; pattern) 24 (1898) from Anhwei Province (Chinese provinces) made of Brass is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors. It is considered a key date in the Guangxu dynasty's coinage and its rarity is due to the fact that many of these coins were melted down for their metal content, making surviving examples highly valuable. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique combination of eight characters, which adds to its appeal among collectors.
