1920 China Hunan 10 Cash – “Li” Script, No Dots, Thin Leaves, NGC MS63 BN
The 1920 China Hunan 10 Cash is an attractive provincial issue from the Republic of China era, struck for circulation in Hunan Province. This example is the “Li” Script, No Dots – Thin Leaves variety, a recognized and collectible variety within the Hunan 10 Cash series.
The coin features distinctive Chinese characters and traditional agricultural imagery, reflecting the provincial coinage of early Republican China. The detailed design, combined with its copper composition and historical connection to Hunan Province, makes this an appealing example of early 20th-century Chinese numismatics.
This example has been professionally certified MS63 BN by NGC. The MS63 grade indicates a Mint State coin with no wear from circulation, while the BN (Brown) designation indicates predominantly brown coloration across the coin's surfaces.
According to the supplied NGC population report, 96 examples are graded MS63 BN, with none graded higher. This “None Higher” population makes the coin particularly noteworthy for collectors seeking high-grade examples of this specific variety.
The “Li” Script, No Dots – Thin Leaves attribution adds an additional level of interest beyond the date and denomination, making this coin a desirable piece for specialists in Chinese provincial coinage, Hunan issues, and early Republic of China numismatics.
With its scarce high-grade population, recognized variety, and NGC MS63 BN certification, this 1920 Hunan 10 Cash would make a strong addition to a collection of Chinese copper coins, provincial issues, or Republic of China coinage.
