(t) CHINA. Qing Dynasty. 500 Cash, ND (1854). Board of Revenue Mint, west branch. Emperor Wen Zong (Xian Feng). Certified "75" by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company.
Hartill-22.712. Diameter: 57.5mm; Weight: 62.5 gms. Obverse: "Xian Feng yuan bao;" Reverse: "Dang wubai." Rather deep green in color, this SCARCE and popular high denomination type exhibits some scattered roughness in the recessed areas, but also features some light deposits to further offset and highlight.
Estimate: $1500 - $2000