1 Tael - Yun-Nan Province

Emissor China, People`s Republic of
Ano
Tipo Fantasy coin
Valor
Moeda
Composição
Peso 28 g
Diâmetro 45 mm
Espessura
Formato Round
Técnica Milled
Orientação Medal alignment ↑↑
Gravador(es)
Em circulação até
Referência(s)
Descrição do anverso
Escrita do anverso Chinese (traditional, regular script), Mongolian / Manchu
Legenda do anverso 江西省造 光緒元寶 庫平一兩
Descrição do reverso Dragon
Escrita do reverso Latin
Legenda do reverso YUN-NAN PROVINCE ONE TAEL
Bordo Reeded
Casa da moeda
Tiragem ND - -
ID Numisquare 5403926550
Informações adicionais

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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