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High-priced回收Guangxu era Daqing Silver Coin, Hupu Bingwu Zhongzi One Qian, old silver dollars | Hongkang Commercial Bank
High-priced回收Guangxu era Daqing Silver Coin, Hupu Bingwu Zhongzi One Qian, old silver dollars | Hongkang Commercial Bank
️ Guangxu-Era Hubu "Zhong" Character Silver Coin (Bingwu Year): Historical Background and Second-hand Market Analysis
This "Guangxu-Era Daqing Silver Coin, Hubu, Bingwu Year, Zhong Character" silver coin is not only a testament to the late Qing Dynasty's currency reform but also a rare product from the historical context of the "struggle between taels and yuan." Due to the Qing government's indecision at the time on whether to adopt the "silver tael system" or the "silver dollar system," this silver coin, marked as "one tael," primarily existed as a trial specimen, with extremely limited circulation. Therefore, it holds a very high status in the used silver dollar recycling market and among coin collectors.
Detailed Specifications: Hubu Bingwu "Zhong" Character Silver Coin vs. Common Guangxu Yuanbao
To help you more accurately understand the physical characteristics of your collection, we have compiled a detailed specification comparison table. This will assist in a preliminary assessment of the coin's type and authenticity.
| Feature | Hubu Bingwu "Zhong" Character One Tael (This Collection Item) | Common Kuping Seven Mace Two Candareens (Standard Dragon Dollar) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denomination Unit | Kuping One Tael (approx. 37.3 grams) | Kuping Seven Mace Two Candareens (approx. 26.5-27 grams) | The "one tael" coin is significantly larger than ordinary silver dollars and feels heavier. |
| Diameter | Approx. 40.5mm - 41mm | Approx. 39mm - 39.5mm | The Bingwu one tael is a large silver coin with a wider diameter. |
| Minting Year | 32nd Year of Guangxu (1906) | Varies by province | The Bingwu year is a specific year in the Sexagenary Cycle, with special historical significance. |
| Edge Milling Features | Straight or olive-shaped milling | Diverse (straight milling, trade dollar edge, etc.) | Edge milling craftsmanship is a crucial detail for silver dollar authentication. |
| Main Material | Silver (purity approx. 90% or more) | Silver (purity approx. 89%-90%) | As official Hubu trial coins, their silver color is usually purer and whiter. |