清代咸丰重宝宝泉当五十。重36.8克。尔宝，七笔贝。 正面为咸丰重寳，反面当五十。原始俊俏品相，字体饱满，币面保留天然粗糙质感。浓郁的黄铜色包浆覆盖，高处色泽较浅，图文之间轻微积土。仔细检查可见边缘及图文顶点有完工痕迹，更证其原始性。(t) CHINA. Qing Dynasty. 50 Cash, ND (ca. March 1854-July 1855). Board of Revenue Mint, Southern branch. Emperor Wen Zong (Xian Feng). Graded 85 by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company.Hartill-22.706. Weight: 36.8 gms. Variety with Er Bao and seven stroke Bei. Obverse: Xian Feng Zhong Bao; Reverse: Dang Wu Shi. This handsome and original looking example exhibits bold well-formed characters with much of the naturally rough surface texture intact. The surfaces display rich brassy patina with lighter coloration on the higher points and minor earthen deposits amongst the devices. Close inspection reveals evidence of the finishing process on the rims and tops of the devices lending to its originality and pleasing appearance.
