(1902–1905) China Hupeh (Hubei) Water Dragon 10 Cents – Medium "BEI" – SM Letters – NGC AU53 BN
A highly collectible example of late Qing Dynasty provincial coinage, this (1902–1905) China Hupeh (Hubei) Water Dragon 10 Cents features the desirable Medium "BEI" and SM Letters variety and has been professionally authenticated and graded AU53 BN (About Uncirculated Brown) by NGC.
Struck at the Hupeh (Hubei) Provincial Mint during the final years of the Qing Dynasty (1644–1912), this dragon coin represents an important period of Chinese monetary history. Hupeh provincial issues are especially popular among collectors due to their detailed dragon designs, variety differences, and historical significance during China’s transition toward modern coinage.
This attractive AU53 BN example displays strong remaining detail with moderate circulation wear and pleasing brown coloration consistent with the grade. The distinctive Water Dragon design, combined with the Medium "BEI" and SM Letters variety attribution, adds additional appeal for specialists in Chinese provincial coins.
The coin is securely housed in an official NGC Standard Brown Label holder, providing authentication, protection, and collector confidence.
According to the NGC Census at the time of listing, 115 examples have been graded AU53 BN. Population reports reflect coins submitted to NGC and may change as additional examples are certified.
Coin Specifications
- Country: China
- Province: Hupeh (Hubei)
- Date Range: 1902–1905
- Denomination: 10 Cents
- Type: Water Dragon
- Variety: Medium "BEI" – SM Letters
- Dynasty: Qing Dynasty (1644–1912)
- Certification: NGC
- Grade: AU53 BN (About Uncirculated Brown)
- Holder: NGC Standard Brown Label
- NGC Population: 115 graded AU53 BN
A desirable certified Chinese dragon coin, ideal for collectors of Qing Dynasty provincial issues, Hupeh varieties, Asian silver coinage, and advanced world coin collections.
