This photo of the Shanghai Mint in China was taken at a different time than the previous photo, probably earlier. You can see the Communist star on the front of the very Western-style facade in this image, whereas in the previous image there is a more modern Communist symbol along with some writing on the front. In addition, the people in the photo are dressed in more modern clothing in the previous image.
Shanghai Mint in China is Modeled After U.S. Philadelphia Mint
From Susan Headley, About.com
The front facade of the Shanghai Mint in China is modeled after the Philadelphia Mint in the U.S.
Photo courtesy of Fred Weinberg.©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.
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