TERENGGANU JOKOH HIAP CHIN PENG KEE

Tin Jokoh Terengganu "Hiap Chin Peng Kee".
Rarity: RRR/SS41

Terengganu Tin Jokoh is a private monetary token , issued during reign of Sultan Zainal al Abidin III (1881-1918) by various Chinese Kongsi.


Obverse: In four Chinese characters "Hiap Chin Peng Kee" (Chop Hiap Chin) in large characters. Each word is separated by a line of small diamonds. Anti-counterfeiting feature made by copper wire falling out. This copper anti-counterfeiting wire was always mistaken by people for gold wire and was removed with intention.
Obverse

Obverse

Reverse: In Jawi "Boon Peng" and two prawns within a circle of small triangles. Each word and prawn is separated by a line of small diamonds.
Reverse

Reverse

Edge: Plain.

Weight: 8.45gm, 8.46gm.

Diameter: 32mm.

Composition: Tin (Square central hole).

Item Code: SS41

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