Lot 1119

Sale 131 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

China, Han Dynasty, Wang Mang rebel, (c.7-23 A.D), knife money, value of 500, length 74mm, (14.71 g) inscribed "Qio Dao Wu Bai" (H.9.13, Sch.116, TFP 454). Earthen encrustation and somewhat corroded, otherwise fine and rare.

A similar example in Noble Numismatics Sale 124 (lot 1761) realised $300.

Estimate
$250
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$340

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