1902–1905 China Hupeh Seated Dragon 10 Cash – NGC MS61 BN
The 1902–1905 Hupeh 10 Cash is a distinctive issue from the late Qing dynasty, representing the rich history of China’s provincial coinage during the final years of imperial rule. This issue is commonly known for its Seated Dragon design, an impressive variation within the highly collectible Hupeh dragon coinage series.
The coin features a powerful dragon motif, one of the most recognizable symbols of Qing-era Chinese coinage, along with Chinese and English inscriptions identifying the province and denomination. The detailed dragon design and traditional legends give the coin strong historical character and make it especially appealing to collectors of late Qing coinage.
This example has been professionally certified MS61 BN by NGC. The MS61 grade indicates that the coin is in Mint State, showing no circulation wear, while the BN (Brown) designation indicates predominantly brown coloration on the surfaces.
According to the supplied NGC population figures, 32 examples are graded MS61 BN, with 58 examples graded higher. This places the coin in a relatively select certified population and demonstrates the availability of higher-grade examples while still making this a desirable Mint State representative.
The Hupeh dragon series is among the most recognizable and widely collected areas of Chinese provincial coinage. The combination of the seated dragon design, late Qing historical context, and NGC certification makes this an appealing addition to collections focused on Imperial Chinese coins, Hupeh issues, dragon coinage, or Asian numismatics.
With its MS61 BN grade and classic Hupeh dragon design, this coin offers collectors an opportunity to own a well-preserved example of China’s late imperial provincial coinage and an important piece of the country's transition toward the modern era.
