1914 (AH 1332) China Sinkiang Province L&M-771, Y-43.3 5 Mace Silver Coin - Rare Population Tier
Product Description
Acquire an extremely elusive piece of Central Asian Chinese provincial numismatics with this 1914 (AH 1332) Sinkiang Province 5 Mace, cataloged under L&M-771 and Y-43.3. Struck at the remote regional mints of Xinjiang during the early Republican era, Sinkiang silver issues are notoriously difficult to locate in choice condition due to limited initial production, harsh regional circulation, and localized historical hoarding.
Key Highlights:
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Tightly Restricted Census Rarity: An exceptionally scarce population tier. Certified population tracking records show only 5 examples at this specific baseline level, with just 166 higher-graded pieces known across major certification registries.
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Scarce Sinkiang Regional Silver: Features the unique calligraphy and Islamic-calendar dating conventions characteristic of western frontier coinages issued under provincial governors.
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Advanced Collector Target: A premier prize for numismatists specializing in scarce Republican provincial silver, regional dragon issues, or comprehensive Chinese type cabinets.
1914 (AH 1332) China Sinkiang Kashgar L&M-771 / Y-43.3 5 Mace Silver Coin — Rare Population Tier
A scarce early Republic of China silver coin struck at the Kashgar (Shufu) Mint in Sinkiang Province. This L&M-771/Y-43.3 issue features the distinctive regional design and inscriptions characteristic of Xinjiang coinage during the transitional years following the fall of the Qing Dynasty.
Its value is supported by its limited provincial production, Kashgar Mint origin, historical importance, specialized collector demand, and rarity in certified grades. A significant example of Sinkiang frontier silver coinage and an important piece for advanced Chinese provincial collectors.
Why this coin is valuable
1. Rare Sinkiang frontier coinage
Sinkiang coins were produced in a remote western region of China and had much smaller production compared with major provincial mints.
2. Kashgar Mint rarity
The Kashgar Mint produced distinctive silver issues with Chinese and Islamic-style inscriptions, making them highly desirable among specialists.
3. Early Republic historical importance
Dated AH 1332 (1914), this coin represents the unstable transition period after the fall of the Qing Dynasty, when regional authorities continued producing local silver currency.
4. Recognized L&M variety
L&M-771/Y-43.3 is a cataloged variety, and advanced collectors often pursue specific Sinkiang varieties rather than only type examples.
5. Population rarity
Certified examples are limited, and high-grade survivors are particularly scarce. This matters because many Sinkiang coins were heavily circulated or damaged.
