Premium Recommendation -Ten Treasures of Longyang

*本次藏品：龙洋十珍*

典藏尺寸：10枚

在钱币收藏的浩瀚天地中，清代龙洋银币宛如璀璨星辰，承载着晚清的政治、经济、文化脉络。“龙洋十珍” 作为龙洋中的极品，是藏家心驰神往的瑰宝。它们以独特历史背景、精湛工艺和稀有存世量，成为研究清代货币史、工艺史的关键实物，更在收藏界书写传奇。接下来，我们将逐一枚剖析这十枚珍贵银币，探寻其背后的历史密码与价值内涵。

一、广东省造光绪元宝（库平七钱二分）

晚清，西方经济冲击下，货币体系混乱，对外贸易需求迫切，广东作为通商口岸先驱，率先开启机制银元铸造。广东省造光绪元宝诞生于光绪年间，由广东钱局（后发展为广东造币厂 ）打造，是中国近代机制银元的 “开篇之作”。它规范了广东货币流通，更推动全国货币改革，见证广东在近代金融变革中的先行地位，是晚清货币转型的 “活化石”。

正面，珠圈内 “光绪元宝” 四字楷书端庄，尽显传统韵味；珠圈外上缘 “广东省造” 、下缘 “库平七钱二分”，文字清晰，布局规整。背面蟠龙雕刻精细，龙身矫健、鳞片细密、龙须飘逸、龙睛犀利，环绕英文，是中西文化交融的缩影。边缘防伪处理与整体精湛工艺，彰显当时铸币技术的高超，每一处细节都诉说着匠人的用心。它不仅是财富象征，更是研究广东近代金融、中西文化交流的关键实物，承载历史厚重。

In the vast realm of coin collecting, the Qing Dynasty dragon silver coins shine like brilliant stars, carrying the political, economic, and cultural threads of the late Qing Dynasty. As the finest examples among dragon silver coins, the "Ten Treasures of Dragon Yang" are coveted gems for collectors. With their unique historical backgrounds, exquisite craftsmanship, and rare surviving quantities, they have become key physical objects for studying the monetary and craft history of the Qing Dynasty, while also writing legends in the collecting world. Next, we will analyze these ten precious silver coins one by one, exploring the historical codes and value connotations behind them.

I. Guangxu Yuanbao Minted in Guangdong Province (Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens)

In the late Qing Dynasty, under the impact of Western economies, the monetary system fell into chaos, and the demand for foreign trade became urgent. As a pioneer of trading ports, Guangdong took the lead in initiating the casting of machine-made silver coins. The Guangxu Yuanbao minted in Guangdong Province was created during the Guangxu period by the Guangdong Coin Bureau (later developed into the Guangdong Mint), marking the "opening work" of modern Chinese machine-made silver coins. It standardized currency circulation in Guangdong and promoted national currency reforms, witnessing Guangdong's leading position in modern financial reforms and serving as a "living fossil" of late Qing monetary transformation.

On the front side, the four regular script characters "Guangxu Yuanbao" within the pearl circle are dignified, exuding traditional charm; above the pearl circle is inscribed "Minted in Guangdong Province," and below is "Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens," with clear text and a neat layout. The backside features a finely carved coiled dragon, with a vigorous dragon body, dense scales, flowing whiskers, and sharp dragon eyes, surrounded by English inscriptions, embodying a microcosm of Chinese-Western cultural integration. The edge anti-counterfeiting treatments and overall exquisite craftsmanship highlight the advanced coinage technology of the time, with every detail reflecting the artisans' dedication. It is not only a symbol of wealth but also a key physical object for studying modern finance in Guangdong and Sino-Western cultural exchange, carrying profound historical weight.

*本次藏品：龙洋十珍*

典藏尺寸：10枚

二、伦敦伯明翰造光绪元宝

晚清，中国造币技术滞后，为提升银元质量与工艺，部分省份委托西方先进造币厂代铸。伦敦伯明翰造光绪元宝便是这一背景下的产物，它见证了中国近代货币体系在技术追赶中的探索，反映出清廷对货币近代化的迫切需求，以及中外造币技术交流的特殊历程，是中西金融互动的独特见证。

由西方造币厂操刀，工艺融合西方先进理念与中国传统元素。正面 “光绪元宝” 等文字，在西方铸币技术加持下，字体立体感强、雕刻精细；背面蟠龙吸收西方雕塑技法，龙形更具写实感，鳞片、龙须处理细腻，银币整体成色均匀、压力精准，展现出西方造币的精湛工艺，与本土铸币形成鲜明对比，是中西工艺碰撞的结晶。

存世量稀少，且因委托西方铸造的特殊背景，具有独特历史价值。它为研究晚清造币技术引进、中外金融合作提供了实物依据，填补了中国近代货币史中技术交流环节的研究空白。

三、宣统三年大清银币

晚清币制混乱，为统一货币、挽救金融危局，清廷于宣统三年（1911 年 ）命天津造币总厂铸造 “大清银币” 系列，这是清代官方对近代机制币的最后尝试。然而，辛亥革命爆发，银币未及广泛流通，清王朝覆灭，使其成为清代机制币 “收官之作”，见证封建货币体系向近代转型的波折，承载着王朝终结与时代变革的双重历史信息。

以常见版别为例，正面 “大清银币” 雄浑大气，“宣统三年” 与花饰布局简洁庄重，尽显皇家威严；背面蟠龙（如长须龙、短须龙等版别 ）雕刻登峰造极，龙须飘逸、龙鳞细密、龙姿矫健，云朵火焰衬托灵动，英文标注与中式龙纹完美融合。铸造工艺上，压力适中、图案立体、成色均匀，代表中国近代机制币铸造最高水准，是工匠技艺与设计创新的巅峰体现。

版别多样（长须龙、短须龙、曲须龙等 ），铸造量少、未大规模流通，存世珍稀。其不仅是经济价值的体现，更是研究清代币制改革、工艺史的核心实物，在收藏界占据不可撼动的地位。

四、湖北省造光绪元宝（库平七钱二分）

洋务运动浪潮中，湖北在张之洞推动下近代工业崛起，为整顿金融、抵制外币，湖北银元局铸行湖北省造光绪元宝。它是洋务运动在货币领域的实践成果，见证湖北近代工业起步与金融自主尝试，成为华中地区重要流通货币，反映晚清地方经济与中央币制改革的互动，是研究洋务运动与地方金融史的关键标本。

正面 “光绪元宝” 圆润饱满，融合湖北地方书法风格；“湖北省造”“库平七钱二分” 文字规范，两侧小花饰增添精致。背面蟠龙造型精美，龙身蜿蜒、龙鳞有序、龙爪刚劲，火焰纹生动，英文环绕体现中西融合。铸造工艺扎实，银币质地均匀、图案清晰，展现湖北银元局引进西方技术后的高超水平，是地方铸币工艺成熟的体现。它为研究湖北近代经济、洋务运动提供实物，兼具历史价值与收藏价值，吸引不同层级藏家关注。

五、云南省造光绪元宝（库平七钱二分）

云南地处边陲，受英法殖民经济渗透，货币混乱（银锭、外币混用 ）。为维护金融主权、稳定经济，云南设造币厂铸云南省造光绪元宝，其铸造与本地矿业（铜、银矿 ）开发关联紧密，见证云南抵御外资、探索地方金融自主化的努力，是西南边疆近代货币史的重要见证，反映边疆地区近代化进程中的金融挣扎与探索。

正面 “光绪元宝” 融合云南地方书法，“云南省造”“库平七钱二分” 布局简洁；背面蟠龙因铸造时期、模具不同形态多样，或矫健或纤细，龙纹雕刻体现云南特色，虽精细度逊于沿海，但地域风格鲜明。银币利用本地矿产，成色、质量反映当时云南造币实际水平，展现边疆铸币独特风貌，是地域文化与造币工艺结合的产物。

版别丰富（“新龙”“老龙” 及纪年版 ），部分版别因铸造量少、流通窄存世稀。与云南近代历史事件（金融改革、矿业兴衰 ）关联的版别，对研究西南边疆经济、外交、金融史意义重大。收藏市场中，其地域特色与历史价值受关注，是展现边疆货币文化的重要品类，助力了解清代货币体系多元性与边疆贡献。

六、奉天省造癸卯光绪元宝

奉天（今辽宁 ）是晚清东北军事、经济要地，受沙俄经济渗透与本地经济需求驱动，奉天机器局铸行奉天省造癸卯光绪元宝。它见证东北边疆在晚清政治、经济格局中的重要性，以及货币体系从传统向近代的转变，反映奉天地区应对外资冲击、维护金融稳定的努力，是研究东北近代金融史、边疆史的关键实物。

正面 “光绪元宝” 字体刚劲，“奉天省造”“癸卯” 纪年、“库平七钱二分” 标注清晰，布局严谨，体现东北地域文化与铸币规范。背面蟠龙造型独特，龙身粗壮、鳞片厚实、龙爪锋利，威严霸气，英文环绕体现中西融合。铸造工艺上，压力适中、图案清晰、成色均匀，展现奉天机器局铸币技术，反映北方造币技术发展与地域特色。

版别多，不同年份、版别存世差异大，“癸卯” 纪年等稀有版别因铸造量少、流通短存世稀。作为东北重要流通货币，对研究东北历史、经济、货币文化意义重大。藏家可通过它了解晚清东北政治、经济与社会，感受货币体系变革，具高历史与收藏价值。

七、光绪户部一两

晚清币制改革关键时期，户部为统一全国币制、规范货币流通，筹划铸造光绪户部一两银币。它承载清廷建立中央统一货币体系的野心，是清代中央政府对货币主权集中管控的尝试，虽因复杂局势未能广泛推行，但见证了晚清币制改革的深度探索，是研究清代中央货币政策与金融集权的核心实物。

正面 “光绪元宝” 大气庄重，“户部” 铸地、“库平一两” 币值标注明确，文字布局彰显中央铸币权威。背面蟠龙融合传统与创新，龙形威严，雕刻精细，鳞片、龙须、火焰纹处理入微，体现中央造币厂高超工艺。银币整体设计体现中央对货币统一的追求，工艺精湛，是清代中央机制币工艺的代表之作。

因币制改革波折，铸造量极少，存世珍稀，是龙洋十珍中极具分量的藏品。它对研究清代中央币制改革、金融集权尝试意义重大，填补了中央统一货币体系实践研究的空白。收藏市场中，是顶级藏家必争之物，每出现必引发激烈竞争，价格高昂。其价值不仅在经济，更在对清代货币史研究的深远贡献，是收藏界研究清代金融改革的 “钥匙”。

八、“吉” 字库平壹两大清银币

“吉” 字库平壹两大清银币，为吉林地区铸造的特殊银币。吉林地处东北，晚清受沙俄经济影响，货币流通复杂，为维护地方金融、彰显地域货币特色，铸造此币。它见证吉林地方在晚清货币体系中的独特探索，反映东北边疆地区货币铸造的自主性与地域文化结合的尝试，是研究吉林地方金融史、边疆货币文化的重要实物。

正面 “大清银币” 庄重，“吉” 字凸显地域，“库平壹两” 币值清晰，文字布局体现地方铸币特色与中央规范结合。背面蟠龙设计融合吉林地方文化，龙形或具东北地域风格，雕刻粗犷中见精细，鳞片、龙爪等细节展现地方铸币工艺。银币整体体现吉林地方造币的探索，是地域文化与造币技术融合的产物，工艺独特，辨识度高。

因吉林地方铸造、存世量稀少，且地域特色鲜明，收藏价值极高。对研究吉林地方史、晚清边疆货币铸造意义重大，是展现东北边疆货币文化多样性的关键藏品。藏家收藏它，可深入了解吉林近代历史与货币文化，感受边疆地区对清代货币体系的独特贡献，具高历史与收藏价值。

九、浙江省造光绪元宝（库平七钱二分）

浙江地处东南沿海，近代经济活跃，受西方经济冲击与货币流通需求驱动，浙江铸币局铸造浙江省造光绪元宝。它见证浙江在晚清经济发展中的货币需求与应对，反映东南沿海地区货币近代化进程，是研究浙江近代经济史、金融史的重要实物，体现沿海省份在货币转型中的先行探索与实践。

正面 “光绪元宝” 字体秀丽，融合浙江地方书法韵味；“浙江省造”“库平七钱二分” 文字规范，布局协调。背面蟠龙造型精美，龙身灵动、鳞片细腻、龙须飘逸，火焰纹生动，英文环绕体现中西融合。铸造工艺上，银币质地精良、图案清晰、压力适中，展现浙江铸币局引进西方技术后的高超水平，是沿海地区铸币工艺成熟的代表。

版别多样，部分稀有版别存世稀。因浙江经济活跃、货币流通广，损耗与收藏分流导致珍稀版别难得。它为研究浙江近代经济、货币文化提供实物，助力藏家了解沿海省份货币近代化历程，具高历史与收藏价值，是龙洋收藏中展现东南沿海货币文化的重要品类。

十、四川省造光绪元宝（库平七钱二分）

晚清四川货币流通混乱（银锭、外省银元混用 ），为规范金融、促进经济，四川总督奏设四川银元局，铸四川省造光绪元宝。它见证四川从传统银锭流通向近代银元体系的过渡，反映四川地方经济发展与金融调整，是研究四川近代金融史、货币史的关键实物，体现内陆省份在货币近代化中的探索与实践。

正面 “光绪元宝” 古朴厚重，具四川地方书法特色；“四川省造”“库平七钱二分” 文字体现地方铸币韵味，布局简洁。背面蟠龙形态多样，因版别异而不同，或盘踞、或粗犷，龙纹雕刻展现四川地域文化。铸造工艺扎实，虽设备技术逊于沿海，但风格独特，体现西南铸币探索，是地域工艺与货币文化结合的体现。它是四川近代金融变迁见证，版别研究价值高，为龙洋收藏提供丰富素材。

龙洋十珍，每一枚都是清代货币史的生动注脚。从广东的先行探索，到伦敦伯明翰的技术交流；从宣统三年的收官尝试，到各省的地域实践，它们串联起晚清货币转型的复杂脉络。在收藏界，它们是价值连城的珍品，承载历史厚重与工艺精湛；在学术研究中，它们是打开清代金融、经济、文化之门的钥匙。随着对清代历史研究的深入与收藏市场的成熟，龙洋十珍的价值将不断凸显，持续书写中国钱币收藏与历史研究的精彩篇章，让后人透过这些银币，触摸晚清时代的脉搏，感受历史传承的温度。

II. Guangxu Yuanbao Minted in London and Birmingham

In the late Qing Dynasty, China's coinage technology lagged behind. To improve the quality and craftsmanship of silver coins, some provinces commissioned advanced Western mints to cast coins on their behalf. The Guangxu Yuanbao minted in London and Birmingham emerged against this backdrop. It witnessed China's exploration of catching up technologically in its modern monetary system, reflecting the Qing court's urgent need for monetary modernization and the special process of coinage technology exchange between China and foreign countries. It stands as a unique testament to Sino-Western financial interaction.

Crafted by Western mints, its craftsmanship integrates advanced Western concepts with traditional Chinese elements. The front side features characters like "Guangxu Yuanbao," which, supported by Western coinage technology, exhibit strong three-dimensionality and meticulous engraving. The backside's coiled dragon design absorbs Western sculpting techniques, making the dragon more realistic with delicate scales and whiskers. The silver coin boasts uniform fineness and precise stamping, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of Western mints. In stark contrast to locally minted coins, it is a crystallization of the collision between Chinese and Western craftsmanship.

With a rare surviving quantity and a unique historical value due to its commission from Western mints, it provides physical evidence for studying the introduction of coinage technology and Sino-foreign financial cooperation in the late Qing Dynasty, filling a research gap in the technological exchange section of China's modern monetary history.

III. Daqing Silver Coin of Xuantong Three Years

Amid the chaotic currency system in late Qing, the Qing court ordered the Tianjin General Mint to cast the "Daqing Silver Coin" series in Xuantong three years (1911) to unify currency and save the financial crisis. This was the Qing Dynasty's official final attempt at modern machine-minted coins. However, the outbreak of the Xinhai Revolution led to the fall of the Qing Dynasty before the silver coins could circulate widely, making them the "swan song" of Qing Dynasty machine-minted coins. They witnessed the twists and turns of the feudal monetary system's transition to modernity, carrying the dual historical message of the dynasty's end and epochal changes.

Take the common version as an example: the front side's "Daqing Silver Coin" is vigorous and grand, with "Xuantong Three Years" and decorative patterns arranged in a simple and solemn layout, fully embodying royal majesty. The backside's coiled dragon (such as the Long Beard Dragon and Short Beard Dragon versions) is exquisitely carved, with flowing whiskers, dense scales, a vigorous dragon posture, and agile clouds and flames as foils, perfectly integrating English inscriptions with Chinese dragon patterns. In terms of casting technology, moderate pressure, three-dimensional patterns, and uniform fineness represent the highest level of modern Chinese machine-minted coins, embodying the peak of artisans' craftsmanship and design innovation.

With diverse versions (Long Beard Dragon, Short Beard Dragon, Curved Beard Dragon, etc.), low casting volume, and limited circulation, they are rare in existence. They are not only a reflection of economic value but also core physical objects for studying the currency reform and craftsmanship history of the Qing Dynasty, holding an unshakable position in the collection world.

IV. Guangxu Yuanbao Minted in Hubei Province (Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens)

During the wave of the Westernization Movement, Hubei's modern industry rose under Zhang Zhidong's promotion. To rectify finance and resist foreign currency, the Hubei Silver Coin Bureau minted the Guangxu Yuanbao of Hubei Province. It is a practical achievement of the Westernization Movement in the monetary field, witnessing the start of Hubei's modern industry and its attempt at financial autonomy. It became an important circulating currency in Central China, reflecting the interaction between the local economy and the central currency reform in the late Qing Dynasty, and is a key specimen for studying the Westernization Movement and local financial history.

The front side's "Guangxu Yuanbao" is round and full, integrating Hubei's local calligraphy style; the characters "Minted in Hubei Province" and "Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens" are standardized, with small decorative flowers on both sides adding delicacy. The backside's coiled dragon is beautifully shaped, with a winding dragon body, orderly scales, and vigorous claws, and the flame patterns are vivid, with English surrounding them, reflecting the integration of Chinese and Western elements. With solid casting craftsmanship, uniform silver texture, and clear patterns, it demonstrates the high level of the Hubei Silver Coin Bureau after introducing Western technology, embodying the maturity of local coinage craftsmanship. It provides physical objects for studying Hubei's modern economy and the Westernization Movement, combining historical value and collection value, attracting the attention of collectors at different levels.

V. Guangxu Yuanbao Minted in Yunnan Province (Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens)

Located on the frontier, Yunnan suffered from currency chaos (mixed use of silver ingots and foreign currencies) due to the economic penetration of Britain and France. To safeguard financial sovereignty and stabilize the economy, Yunnan established a mint to cast the Guangxu Yuanbao of Yunnan Province. Its casting was closely linked to the development of local mining (copper and silver mines), witnessing Yunnan's efforts to resist foreign capital and explore local financial autonomy. It is an important witness to the modern monetary history of the southwestern frontier, reflecting the financial struggles and explorations during the modernization process of frontier areas.

The front side's "Guangxu Yuanbao" integrates Yunnan's local calligraphy, with "Minted in Yunnan Province" and "Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens" arranged in a simple layout; the backside's coiled dragon varies in shape due to different casting periods and molds, sometimes vigorous and sometimes slender, with dragon patterns reflecting Yunnan's characteristics. Although less refined than those in coastal areas, they have a distinct regional style. The silver coins, made from local minerals, have fineness and quality reflecting Yunnan's actual coinage level at the time, showcasing the unique style of frontier coinage and being a product of the combination of regional culture and coinage craftsmanship.

With rich versions ("New Dragon," "Old Dragon," and annual versions), some versions are rare due to low casting volume and limited circulation. Versions related to modern historical events in Yunnan (financial reforms, rise and fall of mining) are of great significance for studying the economy, diplomacy, and financial history of the southwestern frontier. In the collection market, their regional characteristics and historical value are highly regarded, making them an important category for showcasing frontier currency culture and helping to understand the diversity of the Qing Dynasty's monetary system and the contributions of frontier areas.

VI. Guangxu Yuanbao of Fengtian Province, Gui Mao Year

Fengtian (now Liaoning) was a military and economic hub in northeastern China during the late Qing Dynasty. Driven by the economic penetration of Tsarist Russia and local economic needs, the Fengtian Machinery Bureau minted the Guangxu Yuanbao of Fengtian Province, Gui Mao Year. It witnessed the importance of the northeastern frontier in the political and economic landscape of the late Qing Dynasty and the transformation of the monetary system from traditional to modern, reflecting Fengtian's efforts to cope with foreign capital impacts and maintain financial stability. It is a key physical object for studying the modern financial history and frontier history of northeastern China.

The front side's "Guangxu Yuanbao" has a strong and vigorous font, with clear inscriptions of "Minted in Fengtian Province," "Gui Mao" (the year), and "Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens," arranged in a rigorous layout, reflecting the regional culture and coinage standards of northeastern China. The backside's coiled dragon has a unique shape, with a thick dragon body, solid scales, sharp claws, and a dignified and imposing manner, with English surrounding it, reflecting the integration of Chinese and Western elements. In terms of casting technology, moderate pressure, clear patterns, and uniform fineness demonstrate the coinage technology of the Fengtian Machinery Bureau, reflecting the development of northern coinage technology and regional characteristics.

With many versions, the surviving quantities vary greatly among different years and versions. Rare versions like the "Gui Mao" year are scarce due to low casting volume and short circulation. As an important circulating currency in northeastern China, it is of great significance for studying the history, economy, and monetary culture of northeastern China. Collectors can understand the politics, economy, and society of late Qing northeastern China through it and feel the changes in the monetary system, possessing high historical and collection value.

VII. Hubu One Liang of Guangxu

During the critical period of currency reform in the late Qing Dynasty, the Hubu (Ministry of Revenue) planned to cast the Hubu One Liang silver coin of Guangxu to unify the national currency system and standardize currency circulation. It carried the Qing court's ambition to establish a centralized national monetary system and was an attempt by the Qing central government to centrally control monetary sovereignty. Although it failed to be widely implemented due to complex situations, it witnessed the in-depth exploration of currency reform in the late Qing Dynasty and is a core physical object for studying the central monetary policy and financial centralization of the Qing Dynasty.

The front side's "Guangxu Yuanbao" is grand and solemn, with clear inscriptions of "Hubu" (the minting location) and "Kuping One Liang" (the denomination), with the text layout demonstrating the authority of central coinage. The backside's coiled dragon integrates tradition and innovation, with a dignified dragon shape and fine engraving, meticulous treatment of scales, whiskers, and flame patterns, reflecting the superb craftsmanship of the central mint. The overall design of the silver coin reflects the central government's pursuit of currency unity, with exquisite craftsmanship, representing the craftsmanship of Qing Dynasty central machine-minted coins.

Due to the twists and turns of currency reform, the casting volume was extremely small, making it rare in existence. It is a highly valuable collection among the "Ten Treasures of Dragon Yang." It is of great significance for studying the central currency reform and financial centralization attempts of the Qing Dynasty, filling the gap in the study of the practice of a centralized national monetary system. In the collection market, it is a must-have for top collectors, triggering fierce competition whenever it appears, with high prices. Its value lies not only in the economy but also in its profound contribution to the study of Qing Dynasty monetary history, serving as a "key" for the collection world to study Qing Dynasty financial reforms.

VIII. "Ji" Kuping One Liang Daqing Silver Coin

The "Ji" Kuping One Liang Daqing Silver Coin is a special silver coin minted in the Jilin region. Located in northeastern China, Jilin was affected by the Russian economy in the late Qing Dynasty, with complex currency circulation. To safeguard local finance and highlight regional currency characteristics, this coin was minted. It witnessed Jilin's unique exploration in the late Qing monetary system, reflecting the attempt to combine the autonomy of currency casting in the northeastern frontier with regional culture, and is an important physical object for studying Jilin's local financial history and frontier currency culture.

The front side's "Daqing Silver Coin" is solemn, with the character "Ji" highlighting the region, and the denomination "Kuping One Liang" is clear, with the text layout reflecting the combination of local coinage characteristics and central standards. The backside's coiled dragon design integrates Jilin's local culture, with the dragon shape having a northeastern regional style, with rough yet fine engraving, and details like scales and claws showing local coinage craftsmanship. The overall silver coin reflects Jilin's local coinage exploration, being a product of the integration of regional culture and coinage technology, with unique craftsmanship and high辨识度 (recognizability).

Due to its local casting in Jilin, rare surviving quantity, and distinct regional characteristics, it has extremely high collection value. It is of great significance for studying Jilin's local history and late Qing frontier currency casting, serving as a key collection to showcase the diversity of northeastern frontier currency culture. Collectors can deeply understand Jilin's modern history and currency culture through it and feel the unique contribution of frontier areas to the Qing Dynasty's monetary system, possessing high historical and collection value.

IX. Guangxu Yuanbao Minted in Zhejiang Province (Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens)

Located on the southeastern coast, Zhejiang had an active modern economy. Driven by Western economic impacts and currency circulation needs, the Zhejiang Coinage Bureau minted the Guangxu Yuanbao of Zhejiang Province. It witnessed Zhejiang's monetary needs and responses in its late Qing economic development, reflecting the monetary modernization process in southeastern coastal areas. It is an important physical object for studying Zhejiang's modern economic history and financial history, embodying the pioneering exploration and practice of coastal provinces in monetary transformation.

The front side's "Guangxu Yuanbao" has a beautiful font, integrating Zhejiang's local calligraphy charm; the characters "Minted in Zhejiang Province" and "Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens" are standardized, with a coordinated layout. The backside's coiled dragon is beautifully shaped, with a nimble dragon body, delicate scales, flowing whiskers, and vivid flame patterns, with English surrounding it, reflecting the integration of Chinese and Western elements. In terms of casting technology, the silver coin has fine texture, clear patterns, and moderate pressure, demonstrating the high level of the Zhejiang Coinage Bureau after introducing Western technology, representing the mature coinage craftsmanship in coastal areas.

With diverse versions, some rare versions are scarce in existence. Due to Zhejiang's active economy and wide currency circulation, losses and collection diversion make rare versions hard to obtain. It provides physical objects for studying Zhejiang's modern economy and monetary culture, helping collectors understand the monetary modernization process of coastal provinces, possessing high historical and collection value, and being an important category in Dragon Yang collections to showcase the monetary culture of the southeastern coast.

X. Guangxu Yuanbao Minted in Sichuan Province (Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens)

In the late Qing Dynasty, Sichuan suffered from chaotic currency circulation (mixed use of silver ingots and foreign silver coins from other provinces). To standardize finance and promote the economy, the Governor of Sichuan上奏 (memorialized) to establish the Sichuan Silver Coin Bureau and mint the Guangxu Yuanbao of Sichuan Province. It witnessed Sichuan's transition from traditional silver ingot circulation to a modern silver coin system, reflecting the development of Sichuan's local economy and financial adjustments. It is a key physical object for studying Sichuan's modern financial history and monetary history, embodying the exploration and practice of inland provinces in monetary modernization.

The front side's "Guangxu Yuanbao" is simple and thick, with Sichuan's local calligraphy characteristics; the characters "Minted in Sichuan Province" and "Kuping Seven Mace and Two Candareens" reflect the charm of local coinage, with a simple layout. The backside's coiled dragon varies in shape due to different versions, sometimes coiled and sometimes rough, with dragon patterns showcasing Sichuan's regional culture. With solid casting craftsmanship, although the equipment and technology are inferior to those in coastal areas, it has a unique style, reflecting the coinage exploration in southwestern China and being an embodiment of the combination of regional craftsmanship and monetary culture. It is a witness to Sichuan's modern financial changes, with high research value for versions, providing rich materials for Dragon Yang collections.

The Ten Treasures of Dragon Yang are each vivid footnotes in the monetary history of the Qing Dynasty. From Guangdong's pioneering exploration to technological exchanges in London and Birmingham; from the swan song attempt in Xuantong three years to the regional practices of various provinces, they string together the complex context of late Qing monetary transformation. In the collection world, they are invaluable treasures carrying historical weight and exquisite craftsmanship; in academic research, they are keys to opening the doors of Qing Dynasty finance, economy, and culture. With the deepening of research on Qing history and the maturity of the collection market, the value of the Ten Treasures of Dragon Yang will continue to stand out, continuously writing wonderful chapters in China's coin collection and historical research, allowing future generations to feel the pulse of the late Qing era and the temperature of historical inheritance through these silver coins.

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