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2 Mithqual - Guangxu Ration coinage; gold ND
| Gold | 6.95 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1884-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1906-1907 |
| Value | 2 Mithqual (0.2) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.95 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#292086 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by Arabic legend.
Lettering:
جج سح
اكى مثقال
التو ت
Translation: New gold 2 Mithqual
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Mithqual - Guangxu (Ration coinage; gold) ND (1906-1907) from Sinkiang Province is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in China, specifically during the Boxer Rebellion. The coin was part of a new currency system introduced by the Qing dynasty to address the economic crisis caused by the rebellion. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin was made with high-quality gold, weighing 6.95 grams, and features intricate designs that reflect the cultural and artistic traditions of the region.
