| Popis líce | Tibetan characters read top to bottom with more characters at the centre. |
|---|---|
| Písmo líce | Tibetan |
| Opis líce |
ཆན པའུ - ༥༧ - ལུང ཐུང (Translation: cha`n lung pa`u thung / 57 Qianlong (Emperor) / Brief coin / 57 (year)) |
| Popis rubu | Tibetan characters surrounded by swirl patterns and dots. |
| Písmo rubu | Tibetan |
| Opis rubu |
པའུ གཙང (Translation: pa`u gtsang Tibetan coin) |
| Hrana | Smooth. |
| Mincovna | |
| Náklad |
57 (1792) - ༥༧ - |
| ID Numisquare | 1265207570 |
| Další informace |
Historical Context: The 1 Sho silver coin of 1792, issued by Tibet in the name of the Qianlong Emperor (1735-1796), marks a significant juncture in Sino-Tibetan relations and Tibetan monetary history. Its issuance immediately followed the Gurkha War (1788-1792), during which Qing forces intervened to expel Nepalese invaders from Tibet. This coin represents the direct establishment of Qing monetary policy in Tibet, replacing previous Nepalese issues and local Tibetan coinage, solidifying Chinese suzerainty and introducing a new, standardized currency system.
Artistry: While specific engravers are not recorded for this period's Tibetan mints, the coin's artistry reflects a blend of traditional Tibetan iconography and Qing influence. The design typically features Tibetan script for the denomination and date, often incorporating auspicious symbols such as the Eight Auspicious Symbols. The obverse prominently displays the name "Qianlong" in Tibetan script, signifying the emperor's nominal authority. The aesthetic is characterized by its utilitarian yet symbolic nature, designed for practical circulation while conveying political allegiance.
Technical/Grading: Struck in silver with a weight of 3.70 grams, this 1 Sho coin (C#67.1, C#67a) often exhibits variable strike quality. High-points for grading typically include the central Tibetan characters and any surrounding symbols, which can show weakness or flatness due to inconsistent strike pressure. Planchet quality can range from well-prepared to slightly irregular, sometimes displaying minor laminations or edge imperfections. Off-center strikes are not uncommon, a characteristic of early minting practices in Tibet.