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Buying and selling Republic of China 1928 Gansu Province One Yuan Silver Coin / One Yuan Silver Coin | Gu Jin Jian Bao

Buying and selling Republic of China 1928 Gansu Province One Yuan Silver Coin / One Yuan Silver Coin | Gu Jin Jian Bao

The Gansu Province emblem one-dollar silver coin was minted in the 17th year of the Republic of China (1928) when Feng Yuxiang governed Gansu. It is the only Republic of China silver coin with Manchu script on its surface. Due to its low silver content, it did not circulate within Gansu. Most of it was taken away and lost by Sun Lianzhong's unit of Feng Yuxiang's National Army, making it rare in existence. It is rated from extremely fine to almost uncirculated condition.

The 17th Year of the Republic of China Gansu Province One-Yuan Silver Coin: Core Specifications and Variant Characteristics

For seasoned coin collectors, understanding the details of the 17th Year of the Republic of China silver dollar variants is the first step in assessing their value. This silver coin, minted by the Gansu Mint during a special period of warlordism, has significant differences in its physical characteristics compared to the common "Yuan Datou" or "Sun Xiaotou" coins. Below are the specific specifications of this rare silver coin:

Assessment Item Detailed Specifications and Graphic Features Description
Minting Year 17th Year of the Republic of China (1928 AD)
Minting Background Minted by the Gansu Lanzhou Mint during Feng Yuxiang's governance of Gansu
Standard Material Silver-copper alloy (due to the scarcity of materials in Gansu at the time, the silver content of this old silver coin was generally low, ranging from 50% to 70%)
Standard Weight Approximately 26.0g - 26.8g (actual weight may vary slightly due to circulation wear and purity differences)
Standard Diameter Approximately 39.0mm - 39.5mm
Obverse Pattern Details Inside the beaded circle is a side bust of Mr. Sun Yat-sen. Above the beaded circle,"Zhong Hua Republic of China Shi Qi Year"(17th Year of the Republic of China) is engraved in regular script, and below it,"Gan Su Sheng Zao"(Made in Gansu Province) is engraved, with deep and elegant characters.
Reverse Pattern Details In the center is the Kuomintang's Blue Sky with a White Sun emblem, flanked by the characters"Yi Yuan "(One Yuan);the most unique feature is the wreath of auspicious grains surrounding the emblem, and Manchu script (meaning "treasure") above the emblem.
Edge Features Features a reeded edge with even spacing, but due to the craftsmanship of the time, it often has the rough texture characteristic of local Gansu mints.

Item-by-Item Authentication Guide: Distinguishing Real from Fake Gansu Province One-Yuan Silver Coins from the 17th Year of the Republic of China

As the buyback price of emblem and Manchu script silver coinshas risen annually, many high-quality fakes have appeared on the market. Based on years of physical Buyback experience, Gu Jin Jian Bao has summarized the following keyold silver coin authentication features for you:

  1. Patina and Silver Tone Analysis: Genuine coins, due to their age and lower silver content, often exhibit a natural dark gray or yellowish warm, old patina (also known as "original luster or circulated patina"). If fakes are artificially aged with chemicals, the patina usually floats on the surface, appears dull, and has a pungent odor.
  2. Character Style and Manchu Details:The four characters"Gan Su Sheng Zao"(Made in Gansu Province) on the obverse of genuine coins have a unique local calligraphic charm, with strong and precise strokes. Although the Manchu script on the reverse is from an old mold, the engraving is still clear and three-dimensional. Modern fakes often have stiff or joined strokes when reproducing Manchu script due to a lack of understanding of Manchu writing logic.
  3. Edge and Pressure Test: Original genuine coins were minted using large presses, so the background of the design is flat, and details like Sun Yat-sen's hair and collar are clearly defined. The reeded edge is naturally cut and uniformly deep. Fakes are often cast using sand molds or low pressure, with small sand holes on the background, blurry character edges, and extremely sharp or irregular edges.
  4. Sound Identification Method (Listen for Sound): Due to the lower purity of the Gansu version, a genuine coin, when lightly tapped, produces a dull and lingering sound, not the extremely crisp, sharp sound of high-purity silver coins. If the sound is too crisp (possibly a modern high-quality silver fake) or completely mute (possibly a lead-tin alloy), extreme caution is advised.

The Gansu Province One-Yuan Silver Coin held a certain position in the monetary system of the Republic of China. Due to its limited mintage, it is quite rare in today's collector's market. Because of its historical background and regional characteristics, this coin has a high collection value, especially in well-preserved condition, which is highly sought after by collectors. In today's ancient coin market, this one-yuan silver coin commands a relatively high market buyback price due to its rarity and historical significance.

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