1988 Taiwan Year 77 Copper 1 Yuan Coin Flip
Updated August 9, 2026
| Lot number | 83h |
| Category | Coins & Currency |
| Auction | AUG 20 2026 GOLD SILVER DAMASCUS KNIVES SPORTS CARDS |
| Date | August 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions |
| Location | Coralville, Iowa |
1988 Taiwan Year 77 Copper 1 Yuan Coin Flip 1988 Taiwan Year 77 1 Yuan Copper-Nickel Coin This 1988 Taiwan 1 Yuan coin represents Year 77 of the Republic of China calendar. The obverse features the portrait of Chiang Kai-shek, the former President of the Republic of China, surrounded by the mint date characters. The reverse displays the denomination of 1 Yuan within a traditional geometric border. Struck in a copper-nickel composition, this uncirculated circulation issue serves as a significant piece of numismatic history from Taiwan. The coin is presented in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip with identification markings, ensuring its condition is preserved for collectors of world currency and Asian coinage. 1988 Taiwan Year 77 Chiang Kai-shek 1 Yuan Copper-Nickel Coin Condition: This circulated coin exhibits a dark brown patina and significant surface oxidation consistent with age and handling. The details on the portrait of Chiang Kai-shek and the reverse geometric patterns remain visible despite the heavy toning. The coin is housed in a cardboard 2x2 flip for protection. This is a standard business strike issue from the Central Mint of China (Taiwan) composed of copper-nickel. Historically, the Year 77 (1988) 1 Yuan coin features the Republic of China calendar dating system, marking 77 years since the founding of the Republic in 1912. The obverse depicts the portrait of Chiang Kai-shek, while the reverse displays the denomination surrounded by a traditional geometric border. No professional grade is assigned. Taiwan, Year 77, 1988, 1 Yuan, Chiang Kai-shek, New Taiwan Dollar, Republic of China, numismatics, coin flip, vintage currency, Asian coins, collectible coin, bronze coin Taiwan coin, 1988 coin, Year 77 Taiwan, 1 Yuan coin, Republic of China coin, vintage Taiwan currency, numismatics, collectible coins, Chiang Kai-shek coin, Asian coins IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa
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