China, Qing dynasty. Xianfeng (Wenzong) Æ 50 Cash. Gongchang mint, 1854-1857. Four Chinese ideograms translated as 'Xian Feng Zhong Bao' = (emperor's name), heavy currency / Two Manchu words and Chinese ideograms translated as ' Dang Wu Shi, Boo-gung' = value 50 (mint mark). Hartill 22.807; Numista #44597. 46.77g, 52mm.
Condition as seen.
From an old Australian private collection.