清代咸丰通宝宝福五十。 (t) CHINA. Qing Dynasty. Fujian. 50 Cash, ND (ca. 1853-55). Fuzhou Mint. Emperor Wen Zong (Xian Feng). Graded "80" by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company. 重84.4克。正面为“咸丰通宝”，背“五十”。状态仍佳，字体深刻饱满，仍保留天然粗糙质感。 表面可见浓郁棕色包浆，缝隙处少许积土。 cf. Hartill-22.783. Weight: 84.4 gms. Variety with open loop of Fu. Obverse: "Xian Feng Tong Bao"; Reverse: "Wu Shi". This nicely preserved example boasts well formed characters with much of the naturally rough surface texture remaining in the open areas. The surfaces display an attractive rich brown patina complemented by minor earthen deposits in the crevasses adding to its originality.
