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5 Mithqual - Guangxu Ration coinage; with Arabic on obverse; with four bats ND
1905 year| Silver | 17.90 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1884-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1905 |
| Value | 5 Mithqual (0.5) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.90 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#295966 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dragon with pearl at centre surrounded by four bats (for good luck) and many clouds.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Mithqual - Guangxu (Ration coinage; with Arabic on obverse; with four bats) ND (1905) from Sinkiang Province made of Silver weighing 17.90 g is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Islamic elements. The obverse side of the coin features the Arabic inscription "السلام عليكم" (meaning "peace be upon you") and the reverse side features four bats surrounding the Chinese characters for "五米钱" (meaning "five mithqals"). This blend of cultures and religions reflects the diverse history and cultural exchange that took place in the region during the time period.
