Kwangtung Province 10 Cash (Dragon Coin)

Brief Description

The obverse features a coiled dragon facing front with a pearl in the center, surrounded by the English text 'KWANG-TUNG' and 'TEN CASH'. The reverse typically features Chinese and Manchu characters indicating the province and value.

Historical Significance

Minted during the late Qing Dynasty under Emperor Guangxu, these coins represented a modernization of Chinese currency, moving from traditional cast coins with square holes to machine-struck rounds to standardize the monetary system.

Estimated Value

$5.00 - $25.00 USD (depending on condition and specific variety)

Care Instructions

Handle by the edges only to avoid transfer of skin oils. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can destroy its numismatic value and natural patina; store in a PVC-free archival holder in a dry environment.

Created At: 2026-02-27T18:39:15.039085