This category includes ancient coins originating from China, covering a vast historical period from the earliest forms of primitive money to coins minted by imperial dynasties. Collections include various objects such as cowrie shells, axe money, spade money, knife money, cash coins (round coins with a square hole) and silver coins from different provinces.
Explore the coins of the great Chinese dynasties: Zhou, Qin, Han, Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing. Discover rare and sought-after coins, reflecting the economic and cultural evolution of ancient China. The study of these coins offers a valuable insight into the monetary system, trade, arts and beliefs of this ancient civilization.
The detailed descriptions provide essential information about each coin: dynasty, reign, nominal value, materials (bronze, copper, silver, gold), inscriptions and iconographic features. Collectors and enthusiasts will find here resources to identify, evaluate and enrich their collections of ancient Chinese coins.
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