CHINA. Qing Dynasty. Brass Charm. VERY FINE.
cf.Zheng-1393. Weight: 16.14 gms, diameter: 41 mm. Obverse: "Zhuang Yuan Ji Di Wu Zi Deng Ke" (Rank first in civil exam, All five sons passed the civil exam); Reverse: "Wen Xing Gao Zhao" (May the God of Literature shine on you from high), depicting "Kui Xing Ti Dou" (Kuixing kicking the Big Dipper) atop of a dragon. An evenly worn charm with medium brassy tone.
Estimate: $100.00- $200.00