直隶蔚州永泉生伍拾两银锭。 (t) CHINA. Zhili Yuanbao. Provincial Principal Ingots. Silver 50 Tael Local Tax Ingot, ND (ca. 1875-1908). Emperor De Zong (Guang Xu). Graded "MS 61" by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company. 重1886.9克。"光绪年月"、"蔚州"、"永泉生"、"足"。状态上佳的一枚大规格银锭。浅灰色包浆动人心弦，近边缘可见更深色泽。戳记深打于侧边，由于位置局限导致部分字体模糊或缺失。仔细检视可见面上残留墨水戳记，但大部分已被擦掉。反面因模具老化降解导致重大失误，有一明显凸出。缝隙轻微积土，原始而悦目。 BMC-Not listed. Weight: 1886.9 gms. "光緒年月" (Guangxu Year Month), "蔚州" (Yu or Wei [ancient name] county), "永泉生" (Name: Yong Quansheng), "足" (Pure). This nicely preserved large size ingot displays light attractive gray tone with richer coloration near the edges. The stamps, located on the sides of the face are deeply applied, though some of the characters are somewhat obscured or missing altogether due to placement. Close inspection of the face reveals remnants of an ink inscription, though most has rubbed off. The reverse exhibits large protrusions due to catastrophic failure of the mold indicating prolonged use. Minor earthen deposits are noticed in the crevasses adding to its originality and pleasing appearance.
