Ancient Chinese Coins

(t) CHINA. Qing Dynasty. Gansu. 50 Cash, ND (ca. 1854-57). Gongchang Mint. Emperor Wen Zong (Xian Feng). Graded "78" by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company.

Hartill-22.808. Weight: 42.9 gms. Er bao, straight gung. "Xian Feng zhong bao"; Reverse: "Dang wushi". This attractive nicely preserved example displays lovely brassy tone with richer coloration in the open areas and crevasses offering a nice contrast accentuating the bold calligraphy against the naturally rough surface texture. Aside from a few insignificant marks and abrasions the rims and surfaces appear to be intact adding to its desirability sure to catch the attention of collectors.

Estimate: $ 600.00 - 800.00

咸豐重寶 寶鞏當五十(直鞏)。

重42.9克，爾寶，直鞏。正面："咸豐重寶"，背面："當五十"。保存完好的悅目一枚，銅色表面，底版和縫隙顏色更深，自然粗糙紋理與清晰文字形成鮮明對比。邊緣與表面有一些不明顯傷痕，整體不失誘人。