China, Qing dynasty. Szechuan Guang Xu / Kuang Hsu. 7 Mace 2 Candareens (1 Dollar/Yuan) ND (1901-08). Ref: L&M-345; K-143; KM-Y-238; WS-0739B

This Qing dynasty coin from Szechuan Province, dating circa 1901-1908, known as the Guang Xu/Kuang Hsu 7 Mace 2 Candareens (equivalent to 1 Dollar or Yuan), represents a notable example of late imperial Chinese currency. The denominations of mace and candareens were traditional weight measures used before the metric system, reflecting the silver content and value of the coin. Coins from this period often combined traditional Chinese characters with Western weight units, highlighting a transitional phase in Chinese monetary history. Such coins were pivotal in trade and reflect the regional minting practices in provinces like Szechuan. The references such as L&M-345 and KM-Y-238 correspond to established cataloging systems, confirming its authenticity and critical value for collectors and historians studying Qing dynasty fiscal policies and coinage.