CHINA. Qing (Ch'ing) Dynasty. 100 Cash, ND (March 1854-July 1855). Board of Revenue Mint. Emperor Xianfeng (Wenzong). Graded "80" by GBCA.
Hartill-22.710. Weight: 45.6 gms. Fou bao, seven stroke bei variety. Obverse: "Xian Feng yuan bao"; Reverse: "Dang bai" (Value One Hundred). A well preserved and pleasantly engraved example done by a skillful and artistic individual. Minor earthen deposits amongst the devices and crevasses mentioned for accuracy. Lovely mottled brassy patina throughout with good eye appeal. A neat survivor with lots of character displaying finely engraved surfaces adding to the allure of such a piece sure to see spirited bidding from the specialist.
Estimate: $2000.00- $3000.00