CHINA. Xinjian Yuanbao. Chinese Turkestan Principle Ingots. 50 Tael Local Tax Ingot, ND.
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BMC-Class XVI Group B #112 (but with Turki inscription of 111). VERY RARE. Face of ingot stamped twice vertically "Dao Yan" (Circuit inspector) and once horizontally with Turki inscription "Smith Ahmad at the Pasha's Office." Although similar in style and manufacture to the Hubei Ersibao (Class XIII) ingots, the Sinkiang ingots are clearly a class of their own. Aside from the use of multiple languages, they are cast from a smaller mold with narrow sides. This causes them to be smaller and broader at the base, with much higher sides or wings, a shape that is unique to this province. Clear stamps. Nicely toned.
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