Chinese coins
Lavrentii
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Hi community!
In bulk lot found 2 Chinese coins.
Can anyone help me with identification please?
Many thanks.
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The first one claims to be a cash of the Kang Xi emperor (1661-1722), but the style is somewhat crude compared to a typical Beijing-made coin of the period; I suspect it's a modern replica.
The second coin appears to be genuine, but it's not Chinese. This one's from Japan, a standard Kanei Tsuho cash, made over quite a long period (1626 to 1868). There are minor differences in calligraphy that can narrow down a date range, but that's beyond my current knowledge.
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Many thanks, @Sapyx !