China Fukien 5 cents Regular Coinage Dragon No Rosette XF40 PCGS silver coin ND

The China Fukien 5 Cents Regular Coinage silver coin, issued without a rosette and attributed to the Fukien (Fujian) Province, represents an important chapter of late Qing and early Republican provincial coinage. Struck in silver and preserved in XF40 condition, as certified by PCGS, this undated issue reflects both regional identity and imperial symbolism during a time of monetary transition in China.

The obverse features a powerful Chinese dragon coiled at the center, rendered with fine detail: bulging eyes, flowing whiskers, sharp claws, layered scales, and a flaming pearl positioned beneath its body. Surrounding the dragon are stylized cloud motifs, adding movement and depth to the design. Along the upper rim runs the English inscription “FOO-KIEN PROVINCE,” while the denomination “3.6 CANDAREENS” is clearly engraved at the bottom. A beaded border and denticled rim frame the entire composition.

The reverse displays Chinese inscriptions arranged within a dotted inner circle. The characters identify the province, the denomination, and the monetary unit, all engraved in traditional calligraphic style. Additional small decorative symbols appear between inscriptions along the outer field, enclosed by a toothed border.

Provincial dragon coins from Fukien are highly collected for their artistry, historical relevance, and limited survival. This certified silver example offers strong eye appeal and authentic character, making it an excellent addition to any collection of Chinese imperial or provincial coinage.

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