中国. year 9 (1920) 'Yuan Shikai' a warlord issue

Rare China Republic Year 9 (1920) 1 Yuan Silver Coin – "Fat Man Dollar" Local/Private Mint Variety（Warlord Issue） (GBCA XF 40)
​An extraordinary addition for collectors of Chinese numismatics and Republic-era coinage! Offered here is a rare and distinctive China Republic Year 9 (1920) 1 Yuan Silver Dollar, featuring the iconic portrait of President Yuan Shikai. Professionally certified and graded XF 40 by GBCA (Gongbo Historical Coins Authentication), this coin represents a fascinating piece of early 20th-century history.
While standard Yuan Shikai dollars were widely issued by central mints, this specific example is identified as a Private Mint / Local Contemporary Strike (私铸). During the tumultuous Warlord Era in 1920s China, local mints and provincial authorities produced regional silver currency to meet commerce demands. These contemporary private issues were struck in silver for actual circulation, making authentic, slabbed examples remarkably scarce today compared to official mint strikes.
Graded Extremely Fine (XF 40), this coin exhibits sharp structural details. The portrait of Yuan Shikai retains crisp facial features and clear hair lines, while the reverse features a sharp, bold wreath design surrounding the "1 Yuan" denomination. The surfaces display an attractive, original patina with deep toning, highlighting its authentic historical character without modern cleaning.
​Specifications:
​Year: Republic Year 9 (1920)
​Weight: 25.5 g
​Diameter: 38.8 mm
​Thickness: 2.4 mm
​Certification: GBCA XF 40 (Cert #: 1212622870)
Contemporary private mint silver dollars from the early Republic era are highly sought after by advanced numismatists due to their historical context and limited surviving numbers. A certified, well-preserved piece like this offers exceptional appeal for international buyers looking to diversify their vintage Asian coin portfolio.
​Do not miss this rare opportunity to acquire a unique piece of Chinese numismatic heritage. Happy bidding!