1906 China Empire 2 Cash (CD 1906) — NGC MS 63 BN
Overview
Add an exceptional piece of late Imperial Chinese numismatics to your portfolio. Struck during the final, modernizing years of the Qing Dynasty under the Guangxu Emperor, this 1906 (Year 32) 2 Cash copper coin represents a fascinating era of transitional coinage. Certified by NGC as Mint State 63 Brown (BN), this specimen exhibits strong, original surfaces and appealing detail for a mid-tier mint state copper issue.
Key Highlights & Specifications
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Issuer: Empire of China (Qing Dynasty)
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Denomination: 2 Cash
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Year: 1906 (CD 1906 / Guangxu Year 32)
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Catalog Reference: Y-8 (KM# 8)
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Certification: NGC MS 63 BN
Rarity & Population
Imperial Chinese copper coins in certified Mint State grades are increasingly difficult to source. According to the NGC Population Report:
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Total Graded in MS 63 BN: Only 17 examples have achieved this exact grade.
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Higher Grades: Just 16 coins are known to exist in superior grades worldwide.
With a very limited population pool at and above this grade level, this piece represents a fantastic acquisition for registry set builders and advanced collectors of Chinese imperial cash coinage.
