© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
3 Mithqual - Guangxu Urumchi; normal San
| Silver | 10.30 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1884-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1321-1323 (1903-1905) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 3 Mithqual (0.3) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.30 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Arabic legend surrounded by wreath.
Lettering:
١٣٢٣
وج مثقال
اورمچى
ضو ب
Translation:
1323
3 Mithqual
Urumchi Mint
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in China. The Guangxu Emperor ruled from 1875 to 1908, a period marked by the fall of the Qing dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China. This coin, minted in 1903-1905, was issued during a time of political upheaval and economic reform, as China was attempting to modernize and open up to the world. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of China.
