{"product_id":"高價回收中華民國1912年黎元洪像開國紀念幣-銀元頂價收購","title":"Republic of China 1912 Li Yuanhong Commemorative Coin - Top Price Silver Dollar Purchase | Hong Kang Trading Co.","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003e️ Li Yuanhong Founding Commemorative Coin: Historical Value and Varieties Simplified\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Li Yuanhong Portrait Founding Commemorative Coin (commonly known as the \"Li Yuanhong Silver Dollar\"), as an important currency from the early Republic of China, not only witnessed the historical transition from imperial rule to a republic, but also remains a popular item in modern machine-struck coin collecting. Unlike the common \"Yuan Datou\" or \"Sun Xiaotou\" coins, the Li Yuanhong silver dollar has always attracted high attention and value in the silver dollar buyback market due to its short mintage period and relatively small surviving quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003e1912 Li Yuanhong Portrait Founding Commemorative Coin - Standard Specifications Table\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo help collectors accurately verify their collections, Hong Kang Trading has compiled the standard physical parameters of this silver dollar. Meeting these standards is the first step in determining the authenticity of the silver dollar.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eParameter Item\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eRemarks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounding Commemorative Coin of the Republic of China with Li Yuanhong Portrait (One Yuan)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommonly known as \"Li Yuanhong Bald\" or \"Bareheaded Version\" in the market\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinting Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1912 (Year 1 of the Republic)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinted by the Wuchang Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMain Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver content approximately 89% - 90% (slight variations depending on variety)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 26.6 grams - 26.8 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 mace and 2 candareens (Kuping system), slightly lower weight for heavily worn coins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Diameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 39.0 mm - 39.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular edge, no irregular protrusions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eObverse Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLi Yuanhong's front\/side bareheaded military portrait\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinguished as \"Cap Version\" and \"Bareheaded Version\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eReverse Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJiahe (grain) pattern with \"One Yuan\" inscription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeaded rim, exquisite design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMust-Read for Collectors: Differences in \"Variety\" and \"Value\" of Li Yuanhong Silver Dollars\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuring the process of silver dollar buyback and appraisal, many collectors wonder, \"Why is the price difference so significant for Li Yuanhong portraits that look similar?\" This primarily depends on the rarity of the variety and its condition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003e1. Bareheaded vs. Cap Varieties\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBareheaded Variety (edition):\u003c\/b\u003e As shown in the image on this page, Li Yuanhong is wearing a military uniform but no military cap. The mintage of this variety was slightly higher than the cap variety, but due to circulation wear, a good condition (XF grade and above) coin is still very hard to find.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCap Variety:\u003c\/b\u003e Li Yuanhong is depicted wearing a military cap. This variety is much rarer, and often fetches high-prices at auctions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnglish Error Variety (Rare):\u003c\/b\u003e Some early minted silver dollars have the English letters \"OF\" on the reverse incorrectly struck as \"OE\". This error coin is a top-tier rarity highly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003e2. What Factors Determine the Purchase Price?\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003eHong Kang Trading considers the following factors when appraising silver dollars to provide the best offer:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eInfluencing Factor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eImpact on Price\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Luster\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original metallic sheen remaining on the coin surface from minting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignificant\u003c\/b\u003e: Coins with original luster are much more valuable than cleaned coins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePatina\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural oxidation layer formed over time (e.g., iridescent toning)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003ePositive\u003c\/b\u003e: Old patina is favored by experienced collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarity of hair, epaulets, and Jiahe (grain) patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eNegative\u003c\/b\u003e: Worn-down patterns will lower the grading score.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eChopmarks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStamps applied by old money changers during verification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eNegative\u003c\/b\u003e: More chopmarks mean lower collectible value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e️ Expert Advice: How to Initially Authenticate a Li Yuanhong Silver Dollar?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eDue to the high value of the Li Yuanhong commemorative coin, the market is flooded with various high-quality counterfeits. Before contacting Hong Kang Trading for an on-site appraisal, you can self-test using the following simple methods:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSound Test:\u003c\/b\u003e A genuine silver dollar, when lightly tapped or blown on, produces a clear, resonant, and sustained sound; counterfeit coins usually have a short, dull, or overly sharp sound (indicating a harsh metallic quality).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExamine the Reeded Edge:\u003c\/b\u003e The reeded edge of a genuine coin is machine-rolled, with consistent depth and a natural transition; the reeded edge of high-quality counterfeits is often cast or hand-filed, appearing stiff or having sharp angles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eObserve the Spirit:\u003c\/b\u003e The eyes of Li Yuanhong on a genuine coin are piercing, and the beard lines are distinct; counterfeit coins often have a dull expression and blurred details (a characteristic of \"sand-cast versions\").\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical Handling:\u003c\/b\u003e Folk tests (such as dropping) may damage the coin's condition. It is recommended to directly contact our buyback team for non-destructive appraisal.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHong Kang Trading: Professional, Secure One-Stop Buyback Service Process\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe understand that every ancient coin carries family memories or collection efforts. Hong Kang Trading offers transparent, efficient, and island-wide buyback services with a simple and secure process:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe price difference for the 1912 Li Yuanhong Portrait Founding Commemorative Silver Dollar of the Republic of China usually lies in the details. First, take clear pictures of the patina details, grading slab, obverse, and reverse. We will review them and explain which areas affect the price. If suitable, we will then arrange for a handover in Hong Kong or Macau.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 2 Preliminary Valuation:\u003c\/b\u003e Our appraisers will provide an initial market reference price based on the variety and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 3 On-site\/Physical Transaction:\u003c\/b\u003e Once both parties agree, we offer island-wide scheduled on-site buyback services or you can visit our physical store.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 4 Cash\/Transfer Settlement:\u003c\/b\u003e After verifying the items on-site, the full amount will be paid immediately, ensuring a clean transaction and privacy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHong Kang Trading specializes in buyback the Li Yuanhong Portrait Founding Commemorative Coin—a precious silver coin of immense historical significance from the Republic of China era. This silver coin was minted in 1912 to commemorate Li Yuanhong, an important political figure of the Republic of China, and to celebrate the founding of the Republic. The obverse of the commemorative coin meticulously features Li Yuanhong's side profile in military attire, with \"Republic of China\" and \"Founding Commemorative Coin\" inscribed along the rim, highlighting its unique historical status. The reverse displays the classic \"Jiahe\" (grain) pattern, flanked by rice stalks, with the denomination vertically inscribed in the center, showcasing its artistic value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"\"\u003eMade of silver, with a standard weight of one yuan, this coin is highly sought after in the ancient coin market due to its rarity and high historical and collectible value, making it a coveted item for silver coin collectors and history enthusiasts. With our expert appraisal team and buyback network, Hong Kang Trading provides on-site appraisal and High-Price Buyback services for collectors, ensuring that your valuable collection is handled properly and achieves its maximum value. Choose Hong Kang Trading for a more secure and convenient collecting journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-contact\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hkr-related-section\" style=\"background:#fafafa;border-left:4px solid #c0392b;padding:14px 18px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:0;color:#c0392b;\"\u003eHow to Differentiate Valuation for Multiple 1912 Li Yuanhong Founding Commemorative Silver Dollars from the Republic of China\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWant to see the full series? 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