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50 Cash - Xianfeng Zhongbao; Ili ND
| Copper | 33.01 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | South Xinjiang (Xinjiang region) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Xianfeng (1850-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1854-1855 |
| Value | 50 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1759-1909) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 33.01 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#317877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above and below with two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering:
當
ᠪᠣᠣ ᡳ
十五
Translation:
Dang / Shi Wu / Boo-i
Worth 50 / Ili (mint)
Edge
Plain
Comment
MintIliInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Xianfeng era (1850-1861) of the Qing dynasty, a time of great social and economic change in China. The coin's design features the traditional Chinese dragon and phoenix symbols, which represent good fortune and prosperity. Additionally, the coin's copper material was a common choice for currency during this period due to its durability and abundance.
