½ Miscal / 5 Fen - Guangxu Khotan; Kho - Tan; right to left ND
1878 year| Silver | 1.52 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1884-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1878 |
| Value | ½ Miscal (0.05) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.52 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#296636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms above and below with Arabic legend on either side (read right to left).
Lettering:
تن
五 分
خو
Translation:
Khotan / Wu Fen
Khotan / 5 Fen
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Chinese and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features the Chinese character for "Guangxu" (光緒) in the center, surrounded by Islamic-style floral patterns and Arabic script. This blending of cultural styles reflects the diverse cultural heritage of the Sinkiang Province, where the coin was minted, and highlights the complex history of cultural exchange and fusion that has shaped the region over time.
