10 Cash - Guangxu ("SHANTUNG") ND (1904-1905) front 10 Cash - Guangxu ("SHANTUNG") ND (1904-1905) back
10 Cash - Guangxu ("SHANTUNG") ND (1904-1905) photo
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10 Cash - Guangxu "SHANTUNG" ND

 
Copper 7.28 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Shantung Province
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1904-1905
Value
10 Cash (0.01)
Currency
Yuan (1904-1949)
Composition
Copper
Weight
7.28 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#42193
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by English legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SHANTUNG
TEN CASH

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Guangxu ("SHANTUNG") ND (1904-1905) coin from Shantung Province was one of the first coins to feature the portrait of Guangxu Emperor, who was the only emperor of the Qing dynasty to issue coins with his own portrait. This coin was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in China, as the Qing dynasty was struggling to maintain its power and influence in the face of growing foreign influence and internal strife. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.