Genuine ANCIENT CHINESE COINS (Xin Dynasty 7 A.D. - 23 A.D.) Uncleaned

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Period: Xin Dynasty (7 A.D. - 23 A.D.) 

Emperor: Wang Mang (王莽)  

Currency name: huo quan (货泉) 

Coin Size: approximately 24mm in diameter


The most common form of money produced during the Wang Mang era in Chinese history is the Huo Quan (貨泉) series of cash coins which exists in many different varieties, sizes, and weights. The smallest specimens of Huo Quan cash coins can weigh less than 2 grams while the heaviest of this series can weigh between 10 and 20 grams or more. The very light Huo Quan coins were probably privately cast cash coins, as had happened earlier with the lighter Wu Zhu cash coins during the Han dynasty.

Background

Used in school projects, collecting, displaying, gifting or even jewelry making!

The unique design of the Chinese coin reflected the round sky covering the square earth. This concept was adopted from the very first ancient Chinese coin. In addition, the design also enabled civilians to string them together in bulk for easy carrying. Unlike ancient roman coins which were struck, those Chinese coins were cast in a mold. The Chinese had minted coins like these for centuries.
By obtaining pieces of ancient Chinese coins, you will not only appreciate the patina but also the calligraphy on the coins.