1890–1908 CHINA KWANGTUNG 10 CENTS LM-136 • K-29 - TONED - VF35
A historic Chinese silver 10 Cent coin from Kwangtung (Guangdong), representing the fascinating period of late Qing Dynasty Chinese coinage.
This attractive example has developed toning over its long history and is graded VF35, making it an interesting addition to a collection of Chinese, Asian, or world coins.
COIN DETAILS
Country: China
Region: Kwangtung (Guangdong)
Date: 1890–1908
Denomination: 10 Cents
Variety: LM-136 / K-29
Grade: VF35
Appearance: Toned
Price Guide Value: $60
Population: 98
Population Higher: 1,828
THE HISTORY
This coin belongs to the late Qing Dynasty period, when China was undergoing enormous political, economic, and social changes.
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, China was working to modernize its monetary system while continuing to use traditional forms of currency.
Kwangtung, now known as Guangdong, was one of China's most important commercial regions.
Located in southern China and connected to major international trading centers, the region played an important role in China's growing interaction with foreign trade and commerce.
THE KWANGTUNG CONNECTION
Kwangtung coinage is especially interesting because the province was one of the major centers of China's early machine-struck coin production.
The introduction of machine-made coins represented an important change from traditional Chinese cast cash coins.
Coins such as this 10 Cent piece are part of that transition and provide a tangible connection to China's movement toward a more modern monetary system.
THE DESIGN
The coin features Chinese and English inscriptions along with traditional decorative elements.
The denomination is identified as 10 CENTS, while the Chinese inscriptions identify the issuing region.
The LM-136 and K-29 references identify the specific variety of this coin.
The combination of Chinese characters, English lettering, and Western-style coin production reflects the increasing international influence on China's monetary system during this period.
TONING
This example is described as TONED.
Silver coins naturally develop toning over time as the surfaces interact with their surrounding environment.
Older Chinese silver coins can display a wide range of attractive colors and shades, making the toning on each individual piece unique.
Please refer to the photographs for the actual color, toning, and surface appearance of this coin.
CONDITION
The coin is graded:
VF35 – VERY FINE
The VF grade indicates that the coin shows moderate circulation wear while retaining a substantial amount of its original design detail.
For a coin dating from the late Qing period, this level of detail provides an excellent look at the original design and inscriptions.
COLLECTOR APPEAL
This Kwangtung 10 Cent is an interesting addition to collections specializing in:
• Chinese Coins
• Kwangtung / Guangdong Coinage
• Qing Dynasty Coins
• Chinese Silver Coins
• Asian Numismatics
• World Coins
• LM Varieties
• Early Machine-Struck Chinese Coinage
With its historic Kwangtung connection, distinctive Chinese and English inscriptions, attractive toning, and VF35 grade, this coin offers collectors a fascinating glimpse into China's monetary history during a period of major transformation.
A wonderful piece of late Qing-era Chinese coinage and an excellent addition to a collection of historic Asian silver coins.
