© Ollisaarinen (CC BY)
© Ollisaarinen (CC BY)
2 Jin Liang State; Dang Lie 400 BC - 300 BC
| Bronze | 28.2 g | - |
| Issuer | State of Wei (Warring States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | 2 Jin |
| Currency | Spade money (401-300 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 28.2 g |
| Size | 62.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Spade |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#236374 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Comment
Verious readings exist:Liang Chong Jin Wu Dang Lie Shi er / Liang money to be used as 5 jin and equal to 12 lie
Liang Zhong Jin Wu Shi er Dang Lie / Liang heavy jin, 50 (series 2) equal to a lie
Liang Xin Jin Wu Shi Dang Lie / Liang new jin, 50 equal to a lie
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of both animal and human elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized dragon, while the reverse side features a human figure standing on a platform, surrounded by a ring of small animals. This blend of motifs reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the time, and is a distinctive feature of ancient Chinese coinage.
