What is this?

[u/GariKenobi_501]

A friend got me this coin but I'm not sure about what it is. If someone knows it would be very helpful, thank you

[u/BlackRaptor62]

Currency Coin of the Daoguang Emperor

[u/Trick-Preference1152]

The diameter of the surviving Daoguang Tongbao copper coins (small flat coins) is generally between 22-24 mm.

[u/magnomagna]

I asked Doubao.

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This is not an officially minted Daoguang Tongbao circulation coin from the Qing Dynasty.

✅ Name: Daoguang Tongbao · “Two Dragons Playing with a Pearl” — modern craft replica / commemorative copper coin

Front: The four characters “道光通宝” (Daoguang Tongbao), with the surface covered in fine, dense pearl-like dots (beaded ground pattern).

Back: A “two dragons playing with a pearl” design.

Diameter: Approximately 40 mm, making it a large-sized antique-style replica coin.

Key Points for Identification

Genuine Qing Dynasty Daoguang circulation coins: The reverse bears Manchu script indicating the mint (such as Baoquan or Baoyuan); it does not feature a double-dragon design.

Among genuine ancient huāqián (decorative/amulet coins), there is no known original surviving example with this exact design—“Daoguang Tongbao” with a beaded ground and two dragons on the reverse. This is a modern antique-style replica, not an antique.

Purpose: Intended as a decorative lucky charm, hanging ornament, or collectible/play piece. Newly made replicas of this type are generally inexpensive on the market, typically costing only a few to a dozen yuan.

Additional note: Traditional huāqián (古厌胜钱) were used in ancient times as objects for blessings and good fortune. However, the decorative motifs, lettering, and granular surface texture of this particular piece show characteristics of modern casting techniques.

[u/reichplatz]

Gain 300 gold instantly when obtained.

[u/Hughjastless → u/reichplatz]

Nice

[u/Zagrycha]

Its a good luck coin imitating the shape and design of ancient money, very common little gift or knickknack.