CH'ING: Guang Xu, 1875-1908, AE cash (3.88g), Chengdu mint, Sichuan Province, H-22.1394, chuan below on reverse, Very Good to Fine, R, ex Nicholas Rhodes Collection. Hartill mentions that this piece is probably a later invention, but the calligraphy, casting style and fabric are consistent with other contemporary issues. The piece is well made and is perhaps a cast pattern type.
Estimate: 120- 150 USD