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British Trade Dollar of 1911

The British Trade Dollar of 1911 (British Trade Dollar), which features the symbolic figure of "Britannia" holding a trident and a shield bearing the flag of the United Kingdom, surrounded by a Greek-style geometric border. Specifications, History, Issuing Authority, and Purpose: Issued by the United Kingdom and primarily minted in India (Bombay and Calcutta) to facilitate trade in the Far East (especially China and Malaysia). Metal and Size: Composed of .900 fine silver, weighing 26.95 grams with a diameter of 39 mm. Design: Designed by "George William de Saulles"; this side bears the denomination "ONE DOLLAR" in English, while the other side carries its translation in Chinese and Malay. Reverse of the Coin: Design Details and Symbols Central Symbol: In the center, a labyrinth pattern symbolizes "longevity" in Chinese culture. Inscriptions: The coin is surrounded by an artistic border containing the denomination "One Dollar" written in traditional Chinese (壹圓) on the vertical sides, and in Jawi Malay script (Satu Ringgit) on the horizontal sides. Outer Border: The coin is encircled by a repeating classical geometric engraving known as the Greek key border.
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