1906 China Hupeh Two Peak Cloud 10 Cash – Thin Stroke “Kwang,” NGC MS61 BN
The 1906 Hupeh 10 Cash is an attractive and historically important coin from Imperial China, struck during the reign of the Guangxu Emperor. This example is the distinctive Two Peak Cloud, Thin Stroke “Kwang” variety, a recognized attribution within the Hupeh provincial dragon coinage.
The obverse features the iconic Chinese dragon, a powerful symbol of imperial authority, surrounded by traditional Chinese and English inscriptions. The reverse presents the denomination and provincial identification within an ornate design. The Two Peak Cloud variety is distinguished by the characteristic cloud formation surrounding the dragon, while the Thin Stroke “Kwang” attribution identifies a specific lettering variety.
This example has been professionally certified MS61 BN by NGC. The MS61 grade indicates a Mint State coin with no evidence of circulation wear, although it may exhibit noticeable surface marks or other imperfections consistent with the grade. The BN (Brown) designation indicates predominantly brown coloration.
NGC population information, only 58 examples are graded MS61 BN, with none graded higher.
Scarce Two Peak Cloud variety, Thin Stroke “Kwang” attribution, Mint State grade, and NGC “None Higher” population, this 1906 Hupeh 10 Cash is an excellent addition to a collection of Imperial Chinese coinage, Hupeh provincial issues, dragon coins, or early 20th-century Asian numismatics.
