50 Fen - Guangxu (Four characters) ND (1898-1899) front 50 Fen - Guangxu (Four characters) ND (1898-1899) back
50 Fen - Guangxu (Four characters) ND (1898-1899) photo
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50 Fen - Guangxu Four characters ND

 
Silver (.860) 13.50 g -
Description
Issuer
Chekiang Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1898-1899
Value
50 Fen (0.50)
Currency
Yuan (1896-1940)
Composition
Silver (.860)
Weight
13.50 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#17760
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHEH-KIANG PROVINCE
3 MACE AND 6 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Guangxu era, which was a time of great change and modernization in China. The Guangxu emperor was known for his efforts to modernize China and introduce new technologies and ideas, and this coin reflects that era's focus on progress and innovation.