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½ Liang Type 4 175 BC - 118 BC
| Bronze | 2.8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | China (ancient) |
|---|---|
| Period | Western Han Dynasty (202 BC - 8 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175 BC - 118 BC |
| Value | ½ Liang |
| Currency | Liang (300-118 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#46046 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Five main types exist:- Type 1: Weight around 8 grams.
- Type 2: Weight around 5 grams.
- Type 3: Weight less than 2 grams.
- Type 4: Weight less than (or around) 3 grams; without rims.
- Type 5: Weight less than (or around) 3 grams; with rims.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin ½ Liang (Type 4) from ancient China is that it was used as a form of currency during the Western Han dynasty, which was a time of significant economic growth and cultural development in 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. Additionally, the coin's bronze material and 2.8g weight made it a durable and practical medium of exchange for everyday transactions.
