Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
October 2022 Hong Kong Auction 3-8 Oct 2022
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CHINA. Qing Dynasty. Fujian. 50 Cash, ND (ca. 1853-55). Fuzhou Mint. Emperor Wen Zong (Xian Feng). EXTREMELY FINE.
Hartill-22.782; FD-2523. Weight: 101.99 gms. Variety with one dot Tong. Obverse: "Xian Feng Tong Bao"; Reverse: "Wu Shi". Nicely preserved and well-made, this handsome survivor exhibits bold characters with mostly intact naturally rough surface texture displaying a lovely brassy patina. Close inspection reveals much evidence of the finishing process on the high points adding to its pleasing appearance. This attractive and wholesome looking piece is sure to catch the attention of quality conscious collectors.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500
Hartill-22.782; FD-2523. Weight: 101.99 gms. Variety with one dot Tong. Obverse: "Xian Feng Tong Bao"; Reverse: "Wu Shi". Nicely preserved and well-made, this handsome survivor exhibits bold characters with mostly intact naturally rough surface texture displaying a lovely brassy patina. Close inspection reveals much evidence of the finishing process on the high points adding to its pleasing appearance. This attractive and wholesome looking piece is sure to catch the attention of quality conscious collectors.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500