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Tao Kuang T'ung Pao, China, 1821-1850

Object Details

Description
One (1) tao kuang t'ung pao coin, Emperor Hsuan Tsung (Ch'ing/Qing)
China, 1821-1850
Obverse Image: Orthodox script read top, bottom, right, left.
Obverse Text: Romanization: TAO / KUANG / T'UNG / PAO (Translation: Currency of the Tao Kuang period.)
Reverse Image: Manchu script to the right and left of the hole.
Reverse Text: Romanization: PAU / YUN (Translation: for Yunnan Province Mint.)
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
date made
1821-1850
Credit Line
Stack Family
Physical Description
copper (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 1 mm x 25.5 mm; 1/32 in x 1 in
Object Name
coin
Tao Kuang T'ung Pao, China, 1821 - 1850
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