10 Cash - Guangxu (Reverse mule) ND (1902-1906) front 10 Cash - Guangxu (Reverse mule) ND (1902-1906) back
10 Cash - Guangxu (Reverse mule) ND (1902-1906) photo
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10 Cash - Guangxu Reverse mule ND

 
Copper - 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Hunan Province
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Pattern
Years
1902-1906
Value
10 Cash
Currency
Yuan (1897-1949)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#315717
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HU-NAN
TEN CASH

Edge

Plain

Comment

Only four examples are known to exist, with the other three appearing in the collections of Zhou and Li, Duan, and the Shanghai Museum (a holes example).

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Cash - Guangxu (Reverse mule) ND (1902-1906) from Hunan Province made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that features a mix of both ancient and modern elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin features the traditional Chinese dragon, while the reverse side features a modernized version of the dragon, blending the old with the new in a striking way. This coin is a fascinating example of how traditional Chinese culture and modern design can come together in a beautiful and meaningful way.