© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
50 Fen Pattern; Guangxu restrike; brass ND
| Brass | - | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Yunnan Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Xuantong (1908-1912) |
| Period | Province of the Republic of China (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1911-1915 |
| Value | 50 Fen (0.50) |
| Currency | Yuan (1908-1949) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#289968 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre with one rosette at either side.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
While these coins say Guangxu on them, these were actually made from previously unused dies, struck at various times between 1911 and 1949 with a progressively reduced silver content. All listed dates and silver contents are approximations.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Fen (Pattern; Guangxu restrike; brass) ND (1911-1915) from Yunnan Province (Chinese provinces) made of Brass is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in China. The Guangxu restrike was a series of coins minted by the Republic of China in 1911-1915, and this particular coin was minted in Yunnan Province, which was a region that was known for its rich mineral resources and strategic location. The use of brass in the coin's composition was also significant, as it was a departure from the traditional use of silver or copper in Chinese coinage. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political and economic changes that were taking place in China during this time period.
