China 1 Yuan (1899-1905)- Guangxu Uncircled dragon; redesigned dragon; with Manchu Very Rare Silver Coin # V-146

Issuer	Kiangnan Province (Chinese provinces)
Emperor	Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	36-42 (1899-1905)
Calendar	Chinese cyclical (cycle starting in 1864)
Value	1 Yuan
Currency	Yuan (1898-1949)
Composition	Silver (.900)
Weight	26.90 g
Diameter	39 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes

This is an authentic Chinese Kiangnan Province 1 Yuan silver coin, struck under Emperor Guangxu’s reign between 1899 and 1905 (Years 36-42 of the Chinese cyclical calendar). Featuring the iconic redesigned dragon motif with a central pearl, this uncirculated piece showcases exceptional detail with Manchu script accompanying the traditional imagery. Struck in .900 fine silver, the coin weighs 26.90 grams and measures 39mm in diameter, embodying the classic milled coinage technique of the late Qing Dynasty era.

This period marked a significant transition in Chinese numismatic history, as provincial mints like Kiangnan began adopting Western-style milled coinage while retaining traditional Chinese and Manchu design elements. The coin’s English lettering “KIANG NAN PROVINCE” and denomination “7 MACE AND 2 CANDAREENS” reflects the unique East-meets-West monetary system of the time.

Now demonetized, this V-146 catalog piece is considered very rare and highly sought after by serious collectors of Chinese Imperial coinage. Its uncirculated condition, combined with the historical significance of the Guangxu era and the scarcity of this particular dragon design variant, makes it an exceptional addition to any serious numismatic collection or a compelling investment opportunity for silver coin enthusiasts.