(t) CHINA. Qing Dynasty. Fujian. Cash, ND (ca. 1853-55). Fuzhou Mint. Wen Zong (Xian Feng). Certified "85" by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company.
Hartill-22.770; FD-2508; S-1549. Weight: 4.3 gms. Large fu on reverse. "Xian Feng tong bao"; Reverse: "Boo fu". A handsome moderately handled example displaying lovely brassy tone on the high points and richer brown coloration in the open areas and crevasses with good definition of the calligraphy, naturally rough surface texture and minor earthen deposits.
Estimate: $50.00- $70.00