10 Cash - Guangxu (Tongbao; Kucha; with year; Manchu only) 9 (1883) front 10 Cash - Guangxu (Tongbao; Kucha; with year; Manchu only) 9 (1883) back
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10 Cash - Guangxu Tongbao; Kucha; with year; Manchu only

9 (1883) year
Copper - 25 mm
Description
Issuer
South Xinjiang (Xinjiang region)
Emperor
Guangxu (1875-1908)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
9 (1883)
Calendar
Chinese - Guangxu era
Value
10 Cash
Currency
Cash (1759-1909)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#272742
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideogram above and one below with one Manchu word to the left and to the right.

Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Mongolian / Manchu

Lettering:
九年
ᠪᠣᠣ ᡴᡠᠴᠠ

Translation:
Jiu Nian / Shi / Boo-kuche
Year 9 / 10 Cash / Kucha Mint

Edge

Plain

Comment

In the 9th year of Guangxu, Xinjiang was granted the status of a Province.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Chinese and Manchu cultures. The coin's inscription includes both Chinese characters (Tongbao) and Manchu script (Kucha), reflecting the cultural diversity of the region where it was minted. Additionally, the coin's design includes a combination of traditional Chinese and Manchu elements, such as the dragon and phoenix, which further highlights the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Guangxu period.