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Kwangtung Province 10 Cash (Dragon Coin)
10 Cash

Kwangtung Province 10 Cash (Dragon Coin)

China (Kwangtung Province) · Circa 1900-1906

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.

Country
China (Kwangtung Province)
Year
Circa 1900-1906
Denomination
10 Cash
Metal
Copper

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Overview

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 & preservation

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.