I found the two coins in among a bunch I bought in a dealer's bulk bin. Being rather stubborn, I've tried to identify the first one, but to no avail. It appears to have chinese or Japanese writing, made out of brass, bronze, or copper, and I can make out one word..."YANG". This coin is in pretty bad shape, but I'd still like to know what it is. It'll take a good coin detective to figure this one out. The second one is from Thailand, I believe, and appears to be made out of aluminum. I am unable to date it or determine the coins denomination/value. I would appreciate any help.. Regards
What are the weights and diameters? Can you retake the photos with more contrast, so the legends can be read? The one on the right is definitely Thai, and the one on the left is definitely not a Japanese coin.
Proofartoncircs, very good eye. What you have here is a 1906 10 Cash "Dragon" from Chihli Province. Struck under the authority of Kuang-Hsu at Chin Mint (Peiyang Arsenal), Tientsin, it is an undated coin, but known to be from 1906. It should be all copper and in G-4 condition, worth $0.40. The legend says (Top) "Pei Yang" (Bottom) "Ten Cash". On the Thai coin, no offense to any Thai people, but I can't read that dadgum language. If you can get a diameter in would be easy to identify. It "appears" to be either a 25 or 50 Satang from the 1950's, but for me, I'd need more info. Hope this helps!!! (photo taken from numismaster.com)
Thanks everyone for your input. Bismothermom, you are the best. I was unable to get a better picture of the Chinese coin due to its condition, but in comparing it to your pricture and checking it on the web, I am convinced you hit the nail on the head. Although in poor condition, I will keep it in my collection unless/until a better one comes in. By the way, the Thai coin turns out to be a 1950 tin 10 satang coin, so you got it right again....wow what a detective. I cleaned it up as best I could with soap, water and a soft toothbrush to finally make out some detail. Again, thanks all, you guys are great!!!
