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Qing Dynasty. Taiping Rebellion 50 Cash ND (ca. 1856-1860) Certified 85 by Gong Bo Grading, Hartill-23.9. 48.2x2.2mm. 30.5gm. Obverse: "Tai Ping Tian Guo." Reverse: "Sheng Bao." An always popular series, struck for use during the infamous Taiping Rebellion at the highest denomination. Shockingly well-preserved, with only scattered deposits silhouetting the legends while a uniform olive hue envelopes the expansive piece.
From the Peh Family Collection

Metal: Bronze
Diameter: 48mm


NOTE: This lot was manufactured in China and was sourced from outside the United States for this auction after September 1, 2019. Under the new US tariffs on Chinese goods, collector's items from China will be subject to an import tariff. Any clients who wish to take delivery of this item in the United States should be aware of this added charge, and consult their tax adviser with any questions. If you choose to take delivery in the United States and purchase both tariffed and non-tariffed lots from this auction, please note that the automatic invoice you receive after the auction will be incorrect; you will be emailed revised invoices shortly afterwards. The lots that fall under the tariff will be invoiced separately and will ship directly from our Hong Kong Office and carry a separate, additional shipping charge.

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約1856-1860年清代太平天國聖寳 楷書當五十。公博評級美85。
48.2x2.2毫米。30.5克。正面為「太平天國」,背面為「聖寶」。此幣屬太平天國的最高面額,向來深受藏家歡迎,其保存狀態令佳令人歎為觀止,僅於銘文處略見銅鏽。整體呈現出均勻有致的橄欖色調。

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Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000.

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Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hong Kong
50 Nathan Road
Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Hong Kong

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