Why are chrysanthemums engraved on coins?

Because the chrysanthemum flower is taken from one of the four traditional Chinese gentlemen: Plum, Orchid, Bamboo and Chrysanthemum. The chrysanthemum is one of the four gentlemen of the flower, and one of the famous flowers of the four seasons, the messenger of autumn. Chrysanthemum has always been regarded as the flower of longevity in China, and it is only due to the influence of Westerners that chrysanthemum has become the protagonist of the Qingming Festival. However, there is another side to chrysanthemums: they are the tranquil flower of picking chrysanthemums and the lovesickness of ascending to the heights of the Chrysanthemum Festival.

Note:

The old three-flower coins were the peony 1 yuan, the plum blossom 50 cents and the chrysanthemum 10 cents.

The new three-flower coins are chrysanthemum 1 yuan, lotus 50 cents and orchid 10 cents.

Peony: the national flower of China. It has been known as "the king of flowers" and "the most beautiful flower in the country", and has long been regarded as a symbol of wealth, good fortune and prosperity.

Plum Blossom: Plum Blossom is the spiritual symbol of the Chinese nation, Plum Blossom symbolizes perseverance, indomitable, courageous, self-improvement of the spiritual qualities.

Lotus: the "June Flower God" title, white, noble and modest (high style and integrity), "out of the silt but not stained, the Maundy League and not demon", indicating chastity, purity, innocence, and the quality of justice. It shows elegance in a low profile. Lotus is a flower of high moral character.

Orchid: Orchid is a kind of flower known for its fragrance, characterized by high purity and elegance. It is highly evaluated by ancient and modern celebrities and is regarded as a gentleman among flowers. Its unique leaves, flowers, fragrance unique four clear (gas clear, color clear, God clear, rhyme clear), known as the "flower fairy".

These flowers are traditional Chinese flowers, all have the qualities of purity and elegance. Often used to compare the quality of the Chinese gentleman.