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9 Qian Bullion coinage, Changsha Chien-Yi Firm
| Issuer | Changsha Chien-Yi Firm (長沙乾益號) |
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| Year | 1908 |
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| Value | 9 Qian (0.9) |
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| Obverse lettering | 字乾長 號益沙 (Translation: Changsha Chien-Yi Firm) |
| Reverse description | Plain inner field bearing six large Chinese characters arranged in two horizontal rows of three, reading 省足玖 / 平紋錢 (Provincial Scale Fine Silver / 9 Qian). The boldly incised characters attest to the coin's denomination, weight standard, and silver fineness, conforming to Hunan provincial bullion practice. The inner field is enclosed by a beaded inner border and plain raised rim, mirroring the obverse layout. No additional devices or decorative motifs are present, reflecting the utilitarian nature of this merchant-issued bullion piece. |
| Reverse script | Chinese |
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