1 Mithqual - Guangxu Ration coinage; with Arabic on reverse; silver ND
1905 year| Silver | 3.50 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1884-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1905 |
| Value | 1 Mithqual (0.1) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.50 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#292124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by Arabic legend.
Lettering:
جج سح
ی مثقال
مو شش
Translation: New silver 1 Mithqual
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mithqual - Guangxu (Ration coinage; with Arabic on reverse; silver) ND (1905) from Sinkiang Province is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in China. The Guangxu Emperor ruled from 1875 to 1908, a period marked by the fall of the Qing dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China. This coin, with its unique blend of traditional Chinese and Arabic design elements, reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the region during that time.
