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Republic of China 1 Yuan (Sun Yat-sen)
1 New Taiwan Dollar (Yuan)

Republic of China 1 Yuan (Sun Yat-sen)

Republic of China (Taiwan) · 1981 (Republic Era Year 70)

The obverse features a profile portrait of Sun Yat-sen facing left, with Chinese characters above indicating the year of the Republic. The reverse typically features the denomination in Chinese characters within a floral or grain pattern.

Country
Republic of China (Taiwan)
Year
1981 (Republic Era Year 70)
Denomination
1 New Taiwan Dollar (Yuan)
Metal
Copper-Nickel

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Overview

The obverse features a profile portrait of Sun Yat-sen facing left, with Chinese characters above indicating the year of the Republic. The reverse typically features the denomination in Chinese characters within a floral or grain pattern.

Historical significance

This coin commemorates the Republic of China (Taiwan) and features Sun Yat-sen, widely regarded as the 'Father of the Nation'. The year Year 70 corresponds to 1981 in the Gregorian calendar, commemorating 70 years since the founding of the Republic.

Estimated value

$0.10 - $1.00 USD (Face value is approximately $0.03 USD)

Care & preservation

Keep in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning with abrasive chemicals as it can damage the surface and reduce numismatic value; handling by the edges is recommended to prevent oil transfer from skin.