NORTHERN CHINA – SONG DYNASTY (960–1279 AD)
Ancient Chinese Cash Coins – Hoard/Cluster
Offered for sale is a fascinating cluster of ancient Chinese cash coins associated with the Song Dynasty (960–1279 AD) of Northern China.
The Song Dynasty was one of the most economically and culturally advanced periods in Chinese history, with large quantities of bronze cash coins produced for everyday commerce. Song coinage is particularly recognizable by its round shape and central square hole, allowing coins to be strung together for storage and transportation.
This group represents the type of coinage that circulated throughout medieval China and provides an interesting glimpse into the monetary history of the period.
Coin Details:
- Region: Northern China
- Dynasty: Song Dynasty
- Date: Approximately 960–1279 AD
- Type: Ancient Chinese cash coins
- Metal: Bronze / copper alloy
- Format: Coin cluster / hoard
- Design: Round coins with square central holes
- Period: Medieval China
Hoard Discovery: This group is being offered as a hoard/cluster of coins, giving the pieces additional historical and collector appeal. Individual coins may show varying degrees of wear, patina, deposits, and surface encrustation consistent with their age and burial history.
A wonderful opportunity for collectors of ancient Chinese coins, Song Dynasty coinage, Asian antiquities, and historical hoard material.
Condition: Please examine all photographs carefully for the exact coins, condition, patina, surfaces, and details. The photographed coin cluster is the exact item the buyer will receive.
Ancient coins can exhibit significant age-related characteristics including corrosion, patina, deposits, encrustation, uneven surfaces, and wear. These are part of the historical character of the pieces.
