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½ Jin - Jinyang 350 BC - 250 BC
| Bronze | 5.8 g | - |
| Issuer | State of Zhao (Warring States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 250 BC |
| Value | ½ Jin |
| Currency | Spade money (350-250 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.8 g |
| Size | 53.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Spade |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#187625 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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Comment
This is attributed to Jinyang of Zhao state (350-250 BC), belonging to the Warring State period, Eastern Zhou.Zeno 236805.
Interesting fact
The ½ Jin - Jinyang coin from the State of Zhao (Warring States) was used as a form of currency during a time of great economic and cultural development in ancient China. The coin's design features a square hole in the center, which was used to string multiple coins together for ease of use in trade and commerce. This design feature not only made the coins more practical for everyday transactions but also symbolized the importance of unity and interconnectedness in the community.