Buying and selling Sun Yat-sen Republic of China Founding Commemorative Coin One Yuan / Sun Yat-sen | Gu Jin Jian Bao

In the first year of the Republic of China (1912), the Nanjing Mint, under order from the Ministry of Finance, first minted the Republic of China Sun Yat-sen Commemorative Coin. The center of the obverse of the silver dollarfeatures a side profile of Sun Yat-sen, surrounded by a double-ring design (an inner line circle and an outer beaded circle). Above the rim, the four characters"Zhong Hua Republic of China"(Republic of China) are engraved in official script, and below, the five characters"Kai Guo Ji Nian Bi"(Founding Commemorative Coin) are also in official script. Long floral patterns adorn both sides. The reverse features the vertical official script characters"Yi Yuan "(One Yuan) and a jiahe (auspicious grain) pattern in the center. The periphery also has a double-ring design (an inner line circle and an outer beaded circle). Above the rim,"THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA"is engraved in English, and below,"ONE DOLLAR"is engraved in English. Five-pointed stars are arranged on the lower left and right, hence it is known as the"Lower Five-Pointed Star Version."The characteristics of this coin are: the five-pointed stars are located at the bottom, the five-pointed stars on both sides are properly positioned, the spacing between the five-pointed stars and the English text is closer, and there are no errors in the English letters. After Yuan Shikai usurped power and became president, the minting of this coin was quickly stopped. Due to its short minting period and limited circulation, it is particularly rare and valuable.

Sun Xiaotou Silver Coin Common Versions In-depth Analysis: Differences Between the Lower Five-Star and Other Versions

Many collectors often confuse different versions when exploring the characteristics of the Republic of China Founding Commemorative Coin versions. Throughout the "Sun Xiaotou" series, various versions were produced due to changes in minting periods and locations. Understanding the differences between the lower five-star silver coin and the upper six-star version is key to assessing their historical significance and collection value.

Professional Appraisal Guide: How to Authenticate Sun Xiaotou Lower Five-Star Silver Coins

As the latest buyback prices for Sun Xiaotou silver dollars continue to rise, many fakes have also appeared in the market. For the high-value Lower Five-Star version, we recommend conducting old silver dollar authentication from the following four professional aspects:

• Weight and Specifications Test: A standard authentic Sun Xiaotou One Yuan silver coin should weigh between 26.6 grams and 26.8 grams, with a diameter of approximately 39 millimeters and a thickness of approximately 2.5 millimeters. Fakes often weigh too little or too much due to issues with metal composition.
• Silver Content and Sound Quality Assessment: The standard silver content of an authentic coin is 89%. Hold the center of the silver coin flat with your fingertips and gently tap the edge. An authentic coin will produce a clear, prolonged, and mellow sound; if the sound is sharp and harsh or dull and short, it is highly likely to be a counterfeit made of copper or lead-tin alloy.
• Observation of Patina and Silver Tone of Old Silver Dollars: Authentic coins that have been around for a hundred years will develop a natural, rich, and tightly adhered "patina" (such as inherited black lacquer patina, iridescent patina, etc.), with a soft underlying luster; chemical patinas on fakes usually float on the surface, have a pungent odor, and the silver color is pale and reflects harshly.
• Microscopic Examination of Edge Reeding and Lettering: The edge reeding of the Lower Five-Star version is produced by old-fashioned machinery, with uniform spacing, clean cuts, and natural wear. The English letters "THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA" on the reverse and the texture of the jiahe (auspicious grain) should be three-dimensional and full; under a magnifying glass, fake coins often show weak lettering and casting sand holes on the edges.

Currently, the price of Sun Yat-sen's founding commemorative coins in the collection market is steadily rising, especially for silver dollars in perfect condition, with buyback prices reaching tens of thousands of yuan or even higher. Its rarity and historical value make it a top priority in silver dollar collection, and it is a highly sought-after treasure in the market. If you have Buyback needs, please contact Gujin Jianbao.

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