CVC & Collectables presents this 1903 China-Chihli 1 Yuan With Period Y#73.1, certified by ANACS as VF Detail with scratches, features a captivating design reflective of its historical significance. This is the much rarer variety that has a period after “Yang” reference Y#73.1, LM-462.
On the obverse side, you’ll find four Chinese ideograms arranged vertically from top to bottom, with Manchu characters in the center, all surrounded by additional ideograms. This intricate arrangement represents the cultural and linguistic diversity of the region during that era.
The reverse side of the coin showcases a powerful dragon with a pearl at its center, surrounded by an English legend. The dragon is a symbol of strength, power, and good fortune in Chinese culture, making it a fitting emblem for this coin.
Issued by the Chihli Province during the reign of Emperor Guangxu (1875-1908), this coin bears the denomination of 1 Yuan and is part of the Yuan currency system introduced in 1896. Crafted from silver with a purity of .900, this coin weighs 26.70 grams and measures 39 mm in diameter with a thickness of 2.0 mm. Its design and composition make it a prized collectible for numismatists and enthusiasts of Chinese history and culture.
