© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
½ Jin State of Han; Qi Bei 350 BC - 250 BC
| Bronze | 5.43 g | - |
| Issuer | State of Han (Warring States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 250 BC |
| Value | ½ Jin |
| Currency | Spade money (350-250 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.43 g |
| Size | 48 mm |
| Shape | Spade |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#242713 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Three vertical lines.
Edge
Plain
Comment
While Qi Bei is the traditional reading, it is debateble, and other suggestions have been made, such as Qiu Bei or Bei Yu.This spade is depicted on many modern coins of the Republic of China, dating from the 1930s to the 1940s.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of both animal and human figures on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized dragon, while the reverse side features a human figure, possibly a representation of a king or a deity, surrounded by a ring of small animals. This blend of motifs reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the State of Han during the Warring States period.
