Anonymous
Mar 18, 2026
Rating: 5/5
The secret mark section is a game changer
I have been collecting for ten years and still learned new identification techniques from the secret mark chapter. Highly recommended for avoiding counterfeits.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Root / Imported Products |
| Origin | - |
| Publication Year | 2025 |
| Publisher | Sichuan Normal University Electronic Publishing House |
| Language | English |
| Format | Hardcover with Dust Jacket |
| Page Count | 320 pages |
| Illustrations | Full-color high-resolution photos |
| Coverage | Old Three Flowers and Fen Coins |
| Special Features | Secret Mark Identification Charts |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 11 inches |
| Target Audience | Numismatists and Collectors |
Anonymous
Mar 18, 2026
Rating: 5/5
The secret mark section is a game changer
I have been collecting for ten years and still learned new identification techniques from the secret mark chapter. Highly recommended for avoiding counterfeits.
Anonymous
Mar 17, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid update from previous editions
The 2025 updates regarding recent auction results are very helpful. It would be nice to see a digital companion app in the future, but the physical book is excellent.
Anonymous
Mar 11, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Finally, a comprehensive English guide
As an international collector, finding reliable English resources on specific RMB circulating coins has been difficult. This book fills that gap perfectly with clear explanations.
Anonymous
Mar 07, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Essential for any serious collector
The 2025 edition is incredibly detailed. The section on secret marks for the Old Three Flowers series helped me identify a rare variant in my own collection immediately.
Anonymous
Mar 06, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great reference, heavy book
Content-wise, this is the best guide available. My only minor complaint is that the hardcover makes it quite heavy to hold while examining coins, but the information is worth it.
Anonymous
Mar 02, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Beautiful illustrations and accurate pricing
The photo quality is outstanding, making it easy to compare minute details. The price references seem very up-to-date with the current market trends for Fen coins.
Q: Is there a section specifically on identifying counterfeit Fen coins?
A: Absolutely. Chapter 7 is dedicated entirely to security features and common forgery indicators for Fen coins and the Old Three Flowers series.
Q: Can I use this book for paper currency as well?
A: No, this guide focuses exclusively on circulating metal coins. We recommend our separate 'RMB Banknote Illustrated Guide' for paper currency information.
Q: Does this book cover coins issued after 2024?
A: Yes, the 2025 Edition includes all circulating coins released up to the end of 2024, along with projected values for early 2025 releases.
Q: Are the prices listed in USD or CNY?
A: The primary price reference is listed in CNY (Chinese Yuan), with a conversion chart to USD provided in the appendix based on average exchange rates.
Q: How often is the secret mark data updated?
A: The secret mark identification data is reviewed annually by a panel of experts, with major findings incorporated into each new yearly edition like this 2025 version.