Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
April 2021 Hong Kong Auction 5-8 Apr 2021
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(t) CHINA. Qing Dynasty. Shaanxi. 100 Cash, ND (ca. 1854-55). Xi'an Mint. Emperor Wen Zong (Xian Feng). Certified "78" by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company.
Hartill-22.959; FD-2500. Weight: 52.3 gms. Large size. Seven stroke bei. "Xian Feng yuan bao"; Reverse: "Dang Bai". This moderately worn survivor offer interesting diagnostics not normally encountered on these usually well-made large cast issues; both the obverse and reverse exhibit numerous die cracks. The high points and rims show signs of handling with minor abrasions and a bit brighter in coloration against the rich patina in the open areas offering a nice contrast to the bold calligraphy. This intriguing example has good eye appeal sure excite many academic collectors looking for the opportunity to acquire esoteric examples to their numismatic holdings.
Estimate: $600.00- $800.00
Hartill-22.959; FD-2500. Weight: 52.3 gms. Large size. Seven stroke bei. "Xian Feng yuan bao"; Reverse: "Dang Bai". This moderately worn survivor offer interesting diagnostics not normally encountered on these usually well-made large cast issues; both the obverse and reverse exhibit numerous die cracks. The high points and rims show signs of handling with minor abrasions and a bit brighter in coloration against the rich patina in the open areas offering a nice contrast to the bold calligraphy. This intriguing example has good eye appeal sure excite many academic collectors looking for the opportunity to acquire esoteric examples to their numismatic holdings.
Estimate: $600.00- $800.00