Lenin Portrait Coin Appraisal

Chinese Soviet Republic 1 Dollar Silver Coin (Vladimir Lenin Portrait)

This is a circular coin featuring a silver-colored metallic finish, characteristic of the 1 Dollar (Yuan) denomination issued by the Chinese Soviet Republic in the early 1930s. The obverse prominently displays a profile bust of Vladimir Lenin facing right within an inner circle. Surrounding the portrait is a decorative floral wreath tied with a ribbon at the bottom. Above the center image is a semi-circle of Chinese characters reading 'Made by the Chinese Soviet' (中國蘇維埃造). The reverse likely features a hammer and sickle emblem with 'One Dollar' text. Physically, the coin shows a matte grey patina characteristic of silver or a silver-based alloy. Notably, the strike quality appears somewhat soft, and the surface exhibits minor abrasions and soft wear on the high points of Lenin's face and the wreath, suggesting it has been handled or circulated. These coins were minted during the Chinese Civil War period (circa 1931-1934) in regions controlled by the Chinese Communist Party, specifically the E-Yu-Wan Soviet area. Due to the high value of authentic pieces and the historical context of their production, these coins are frequently subject to modern re-strikes and counterfeiting; a professional metallurgical and weight analysis would be required to confirm authenticity against known historical standards.