½ Liang (Pre-Qin) (350 BC - 300 BC) front ½ Liang (Pre-Qin) (350 BC - 300 BC) back
½ Liang (Pre-Qin) (350 BC - 300 BC) photo
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½ Liang Pre-Qin 350 BC - 300 BC

 
Bronze 7.06 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Qin (Warring States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
350 BC - 300 BC
Value
½ Liang
Currency
Liang (350-300 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.06 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#158982
Rarity index
91%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of both animal and human faces on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized dragon, while the reverse side features a human face with a long beard, which is believed to represent the legendary Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the founder of the Qin dynasty. This blend of human and animal motifs was a common feature in ancient Chinese art and symbolized the harmony between humans and nature.