1909 China Qing Dynasty 20 Cash Copper Coin – Imperial Dragon (Central Mint)

$25.00

Up for sale is a genuine Chinese Imperial Qing Dynasty 20 Cash copper coin (Da Qing Tong Bi), minted in 1909 (Jiyou cyclical year) during the short reign of Emperor Xuantong (Puyi).

This variety features the blank central hub, designating it as an issue from the Central Mint. The reverse showcases the iconic Imperial Coiled Dragon surrounded by clouds.

Item Details & Diagnostics:

  • Emperor: Xuantong (Puyi)

  • Date: 1909 (己酉 / Jiyou)

  • Denomination: 20 Cash (當制錢二十文)

  • Mint: Central Mint / Board of Revenue

  • Size Reference: Large copper issue (approx. size of a US Half Dollar)

Condition Note:

This coin is in Good to Very Good (G-VG) Details condition. It exhibits heavy honest circulation wear and a thick, dark-brown original patina with significant environmental oxidation and surface encrustation as shown. Characters and major dragon details remain identifiable.

Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to judge the grade and surface condition for yourself. The coin pictured is the exact item you will receive.

Up for sale is a genuine Chinese Imperial Qing Dynasty 20 Cash copper coin (Da Qing Tong Bi), minted in 1909 (Jiyou cyclical year) during the short reign of Emperor Xuantong (Puyi).

This variety features the blank central hub, designating it as an issue from the Central Mint. The reverse showcases the iconic Imperial Coiled Dragon surrounded by clouds.

Item Details & Diagnostics:

  • Emperor: Xuantong (Puyi)

  • Date: 1909 (己酉 / Jiyou)

  • Denomination: 20 Cash (當制錢二十文)

  • Mint: Central Mint / Board of Revenue

  • Size Reference: Large copper issue (approx. size of a US Half Dollar)

Condition Note:

This coin is in Good to Very Good (G-VG) Details condition. It exhibits heavy honest circulation wear and a thick, dark-brown original patina with significant environmental oxidation and surface encrustation as shown. Characters and major dragon details remain identifiable.

Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to judge the grade and surface condition for yourself. The coin pictured is the exact item you will receive.