1 Tael - Daoguang Type 1 ND
| Silver (.999) | 25.97 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Taiwan Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1837-1845 |
| Value | 1 Tael |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 25.97 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#274219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three-legged sacrificial vase surrounded by various circles and dots, all with four Manchu words around read top to bottom, right to left.
Lettering:
ᡨᠠᡳ
ᡴᡳᡳᠠᠨᠠᡳ ᡴᡠ
ᠸᠠᠨ
Translation: Taiwan / Kiagi Ku (Chiayi treasury)
Edge
Meandering Greek design.
Comment
These coins are said to have been struck by Chang Wu in Chiayi City, during one of the many rebellions in Taiwan. These particular pieces were said to be struck in the 17th year of Daoguang, although some sources say they continued to be cast until the mid-1840s.Multiple varieties exist (including varying sizes and weights), and these coins are often found with chop marks, with more chop marks being more common.
The exact meaning of the left and right Manchu characters is uncertain, but Kiagi Ku seems to be the leading opinion.
Interesting fact
The 1 Tael - Daoguang (Type 1) ND (1837-1845) coin from Taiwan Province (Chinese provinces) made of Silver (.999) weighing 25.97 g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of the Daoguang Emperor, who was the sixth emperor of the Qing dynasty and ruled from 1820 to 1850. This coin was part of a series of reforms that the emperor implemented to stabilize the Chinese economy and currency during a time of great social and political upheaval. The coin's design features the traditional Chinese dragon and phoenix symbols, which represent good fortune and prosperity.
