1 Tael - Yun-Nan Province

Emisor China, People`s Republic of
Año
Tipo Fantasy coin
Valor
Moneda
Composición
Peso 28 g
Diámetro 45 mm
Grosor
Forma Round
Técnica Milled
Orientación Medal alignment ↑↑
Grabador(es)
En circulación hasta
Referencia(s)
Descripción del anverso
Escritura del anverso Chinese (traditional, regular script), Mongolian / Manchu
Leyenda del anverso 江西省造 光緒元寶 庫平一兩
Descripción del reverso Dragon
Escritura del reverso Latin
Leyenda del reverso YUN-NAN PROVINCE ONE TAEL
Canto Reeded
Casa de moneda
Tirada ND - -
ID de Numisquare 5403926550
Información adicional

Historical Context: The 1 Tael coin from Yun-Nan Province dates to a pivotal era of monetary reform and regional autonomy in Chinese history, primarily the late Qing Dynasty and early Republican period. Despite the "People's Republic of China" issuer, these provincial tael issues were historically produced by local mints, particularly in silver-rich Yun-Nan. They served local commerce amidst a fragmented monetary system, often under provincial governors, reflecting regional power dynamics before national coinage standardization.

Artistry: Yun-Nan Tael coin designs blend traditional Chinese iconography with evolving minting practices. The obverse typically features a majestic coiled dragon, a powerful imperial symbol, rendered with varying detail. The reverse displays the denomination and provincial identification

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