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April 2021 Hong Kong Auction 9-11 Apr 2021
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(t) CHINA. Qing Dynasty. Anhui. Cash, ND (ca. 1732-34). Yenyi District. Shi Zong (Yong Zheng). Certified "82" by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company.
Hartill-22.160; FD-2282; S-1458. Weight: 4.5 gms. "Yong Zheng tong bao"; Reverse: "Boo an". A nicely preserved example with even wear displaying attractive brassy patina with areas of richer coloration adding to its pleasing appearance.
Hartill-22.160; FD-2282; S-1458. Weight: 4.5 gms. "Yong Zheng tong bao"; Reverse: "Boo an". A nicely preserved example with even wear displaying attractive brassy patina with areas of richer coloration adding to its pleasing appearance.
Hartill makes mention of a mint being setup in the Yenyi district of Nanking in April 1732 to cast Boo an coins producing some 24,000 strings of cash a year. According to official records this is the only mention of Boo an coins. Eventually the mint closed in 1734.
Estimate: $50.00- $70.00