50 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1897) front 50 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1897) back
50 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1897) photo
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50 Fen - Guangxu Pattern ND

1897 year
Silver 13.50 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Hunan Province
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Pattern
Year
1897
Value
50 Fen (0.50)
Currency
Yuan (1897-1949)
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.50 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#296769
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HU-NAN PROVINCE
3 MACE 6 CANDAREENS

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

The 1 Yuan and 50 Fen patterns were produced at the Heaton Mint in England; approximately 6 pieces of each denomination are known.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Fen - Guangxu (Pattern) ND (1897) from Hunan Province made of Silver weighing 13.50g is that it is a rare and valuable coin. It is considered a pattern coin, meaning it was produced as a trial or sample coin and not intended for circulation. The coin's design features the Chinese dragon and the value "50 Fen" on one side, and the Guangxu Emperor's name and title on the other. The fact that it is made of silver and has a unique design makes it highly sought after by collectors, and it is considered a valuable addition to any coin collection.