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5 Mithqual - Guangxu Urumchi; official Wu
| Silver | 17.90 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Sinkiang Province |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1884-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1323-1325 (1905-1907) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 5 Mithqual (0.5) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.90 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#290068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arabic legend surrounded by wreath.
Lettering:
١٣٢٣
بش مثقال
اورمچى
ضو ب
Translation:
1323
5 Mithqual
Urumchi Mint
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Mithqual coin from Sinkiang Province is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in China. The Guangxu Emperor, who ruled from 1875 to 1908, was the only emperor of the Qing dynasty to issue coins in his own name, and this coin was minted during his reign. The coin's design features the imperial title "Guangxu" in Chinese characters, as well as the year of minting in both Chinese and Islamic calendars. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of Chinese numismatic history, and its silver content makes it a popular collector's item.
