China, Qing dynasty. Xianfeng (Wenzong) Æ 10 Cash. Ministry of Revenue, East branch mint, 1857-1861. Four Chinese ideograms translated as 'Xian Feng Zhong Bao' = (emperor's name), heavy currency / Two Manchu words and Chinese ideograms translated as 'Dang Shi, Boo-Chiowan' = value 10 (mint mark). Hartill 22.698; Numista #33935. 16.71g, 34mm, 6h.
Condition as seen.
From an old Australian private collection.