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Hsien Feng T'ung Pao, China, 1851-1861

Object Details

Description
One (1) hsien feng chung pao coin, Emperor Wen Tsung (Ch'ing/Qing)
China, 1851-1861
Obverse Image: Orthodox script read top, bottom, right, left.
Obverse Text: Romanization: HSIEN / FENG / CHUNG / PAO (Translation: Heavy currency of the Hsien Feng period.)
Reverse Image: Manchu script to the right and left of the hole; Chinese script above and below.
Reverse Text: Romanization: PAU / CHE / TANG / SHIH (Translation: for Chekiang Province Mint, Equal to 10.)
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
date made
1851-1861
Credit Line
Stack Family
Physical Description
copper (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 1 mm x 37.5 mm; 1/32 in x 1 15/32 in
Object Name
coin
Hsien Feng T'ung Pao, China, 1851 - 1861
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