© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Mithqual - Guangxu Aksu
| Silver | 17.50 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1884-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1310-1315 (1893-1898) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Mithqual (0.5) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.50 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#290067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arabic legend surrounded by wreath.
Lettering:
١٣١٥
بش مثقال
اقسو
ضو ب
Translation:
1310
5 Mithqual
Aksu Mint
Edge
Plain
Comment
Krause lists 1315 as one possible date; however, with 1310 being "١٣١٥" (with the last digit representing a '0' rather than a '5'), it is possible the 1315 date was mistaken, and is instead 1310. If 1315 exists, it would look like "ل١٣١".Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Mithqual - Guangxu (Aksu) 1310-1315 (1893-1898) from Sinkiang Province made of Silver weighing 17.50 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in China. The Guangxu Emperor ruled from 1875 to 1908, and his reign saw the fall of the Qing dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China. This coin was minted during a period of political and social unrest, and its production was likely affected by the tumultuous events of the time. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of Chinese numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the country's rich cultural heritage.
