Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
May 2022 Hong Kong Auction 3-9 May 2022
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CHINA. Qing Dynasty. 50 Cash, ND (ca. June 1853-February 1854). Board of Revenue Mint, Eastern branch. Emperor Wen Zong (Xian Feng). EXTREMELY FINE.
Hartill-22.703. Weight: 65.42 gms. Obverse: "Xian Feng Zhong Bao"; Reverse: "Dang Wu Shi". This nicely preserved example displays rich brassy patina with much remaining original rough surface texture with and minor earthen deposits amongst the devices. Close inspection reveals several edge bumps on both sides mentioned for accuracy. Despite its shortcomings a pleasing example of the type sure to be a welcome addition to the next collection it enters.
Hartill-22.703. Weight: 65.42 gms. Obverse: "Xian Feng Zhong Bao"; Reverse: "Dang Wu Shi". This nicely preserved example displays rich brassy patina with much remaining original rough surface texture with and minor earthen deposits amongst the devices. Close inspection reveals several edge bumps on both sides mentioned for accuracy. Despite its shortcomings a pleasing example of the type sure to be a welcome addition to the next collection it enters.
Estimate: $400 - $600