کاتالوگ
| صادرکننده | Hupeh Province |
|---|---|
| سال | 1912-1918 |
| نوع | Standard circulation coin |
| ارزش | 50 Cash (0.050) |
| واحد پول | Yuan (1895-1949) |
| ترکیب | Brass |
| وزن | |
| قطر | |
| ضخامت | |
| شکل | Round |
| تکنیک | |
| جهت | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| حکاک(ها) | |
| در گردش تا | |
| مرجع(ها) | Y#405 |
| توضیحات روی سکه | Four Chinese ideograms read top to bottom, right to left with a flower in the centre, all surrounded by more ideograms. |
|---|---|
| خط روی سکه | Chinese |
| نوشتههای روی سکه |
造府政軍 湖 幣銅 北 文十五錢制當 (Translation: Made by the Military government Hupeh / Copper coin Worth 50 Cash currency) |
| توضیحات پشت سکه | One Chinese ideogram (in Seal script) surrounded by a ring of circles, all with more ideaograms (in Regular script) above. |
| خط پشت سکه | Chinese |
| نوشتههای پشت سکه |
年七國民華中 漢 (Translation: Year 7 of the Republic of China China) |
| لبه | Smooth. |
| ضرابخانه | |
| تیراژ ضرب |
1 (1912) - Y#405.1: 年一 (with obverse rosettes; confirmation needed) - 3 (1914) - Y#405.1: 年三 (with obverse rosettes; two left reverse rosettes) - 7 (1918) - Y#405: 年七 (no obverse rosettes) - 7 (1918) - Y#405.1: 年七 (with obverse rosettes; one left reverse rosettes)) - 7 (1918) - Y#405.1: 年七 (with obverse rosettes; two left reverse rosettes)) - |
| شناسه Numisquare | 1576640150 |
| اطلاعات تکمیلی |
Historical Context: This 50 Cash coin, issued by Hupeh Province between 1912 and 1918, encapsulates a pivotal era in Chinese history. Following the 1911 Xinhai Revolution, China entered its early Republican period, marked by political decentralization and provincial autonomy. Hupeh, a vital province, minted its own currency, reflecting fragmented central authority during the Warlord Era. This issue represents a crucial transition from imperial coinage to diverse provincial Republican issues, serving as a critical medium of exchange amidst widespread instability.
Artistry: The design of this 50 Cash piece typically features a majestic dragon on one side, a powerful symbol reinterpreted from imperial connotations to represent provincial strength. The reverse bears the denomination "50 Cash" and "Hupeh Province" in traditional Chinese characters, sometimes with stars. Specific engravers for these provincial brass issues are generally unrecorded. The stylistic school blends traditional Chinese numismatic iconography with subtle Western coining influences in layout and character execution, reflecting gradual modernization.
Technical/Grading: Struck in brass, this coin's technical qualities often vary, common for early Republican provincial mintages. High-points for wear and strike typically include the intricate scales and head details of the dragon, particularly its eyes, horns, and claws. On the character side, the raised strokes are crucial for assessing strike quality and wear. Collectors should seek full strikes on these details. Planchet quality can be inconsistent, with some examples exhibiting minor laminations or uneven surfaces. Original luster may be present, but often pieces show circulation or environmental toning.