CHINA. Zhou Dynasty, ca. 1046-256 B.C. Warring States Period, ca. 475-221 B.C. State of Qi. Bronze Proto-Knife Money, ND (ca. 400-220 B.C.). FINE.
33.56 gms. cf.Hartill-pg. 54. Uninscribed. Believed to be the predecessor of the inscribed 3, 4, 5 & 6 character knives. Crude manufacture as is typical, edge has been sharpened mentioned for accuracy. Attractive mottled green patina.
Estimate: $70.00- $100.00
戰國時期,齊,青銅刀錢。
無銘文。相信是三、四、五及六字刀的前身。鑄製粗糙,常見特徵,刀緣被磨尖,賞心悅目的斑駁銅綠。
Price realized | 180 USD |
Starting price | 42 USD |
Estimate | 70 USD |