Western Han Dynasty. Wu Zhu terracotta Mother Mold ND (c. 90 BC), Shanghai Museum-73, cf. Hartill-8.9 (for coin); No rim above hole. 113x111mm. 1449.23gm. A surviving corner of a Mother mold used for mass production of clay molds with designs of Wu Zhu coins. Lightly encrusted, this seemingly terracotta mold retains crisp motifs with clear features. Treasures from the W & L Collection HID09801242017 © 2023 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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