© TENGU67
© TENGU67
Ant-nose Money "Ghost face" type; without upper line 400 BC - 220 BC
| Bronze | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | State of Chu (Warring States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 220 BC |
| Value | 1 Zhu |
| Currency | Ant-nose money (401-220 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Size | 19 mm |
| Shape | Oval (With a hole) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#16441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
While this is the most common type of ant-nose money, the depicted ideogram still remains debated. Bei (貝; for shell) is commonly accepted, although Jin (晋) is another theory.There is a lot of variation is size and weight.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique "ghost face" design on one side, which is believed to have been inspired by ancient Chinese mythology and spiritual beliefs. The design depicts a stylized face with a prominent nose, which gives the coin its "ant-nose" name. The use of such a design on a coin was a bold move by the State of Chu, as it deviated from the more traditional designs seen on other coins of the time. This coin's design has made it a popular collector's item and a fascinating piece of ancient Chinese history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (400 BC - 220 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Ant-nose Money ("Ghost face" type; without upper line) (400 BC - 220 BC) coin.
