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| Location | Empire of China |
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| Year | 1875-1901 |
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| Composition | Brass |
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| Obverse lettering | 光 通寶 緒 |
| Reverse description | A single large Chinese character 福 (fu, meaning 'blessing' or 'good fortune') cast in relief to the left of the central square hole, occupying much of the field. The reverse rim is raised, and the field shows natural age patina consistent with the cast brass construction. |
| Reverse script | Chinese (traditional, regular script) |
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