Guang Xu Tong Bao
Ruler:
De Zong (1875-1908)
Mint:
Board of Revenue
Beginning in 1898, the Board of Revenue introduced a new control to prevent abuse of the coinage. A character from the Thousand Character Classic (an ancient poem written with a thousand characters frequently used as a numbering system) was added to the reverse. The character changed each quarter, in order to date the coin's production. Guang Xu: reign/era title.
Method of acquisition: Given (2015-04-27) by North, Jeffrey J.
1898 - 1899
Object composed of copper Diameter 20.8 mm Weight 3.07 g
Inscription present: Manchu script to left and right of central hole: 'Boo' (Treasure) 'Chiowan' (Board of Revenue). Thousand Character Classic character ? (Zhou) above hole.
Accession number: CM.666-2015
Primary reference Number: 237916
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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