CHINA. Zhou Dynasty, ca. 1046-256 B.C. Warring States Period, ca. 475-221 B.C. State of Liang. Flat Handle Arch Foot Spade Money, ND (ca. 400-300 B.C.).
13.81 gms. H-3.44; cf.Jen-17; FD-305. "Liang Zheng ___ ___ Dang Lie". Multiple interpretations have been proposed, mostly with the translations of the middle characters and what the proposed value of these pieces was. Interesting and deserving of further research. Pleasing green and brown patina. VERY FINE.
From the Q. David Bowers Collection.
Estimate: $1000.00- $1500.00