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August 2018 Hong Kong Auction - Sess. A-D 6-8 Aug 2018
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CHINA. Brass Money Tree, ND. Qian Long (1736-95).
Approximately 22.75 x 2.25 in (57.79 x 5.72 cm) KM-389 (for basic type). RARE complete Cash Tree. Cash tree of Emperor Qian Long from the Board of Revenue mint. The tree comprises of 32 Cash pieces surmounted with a radiant seated Buddha and two standing figures. Possibly produced for display purposes in money changers shop windows. The reign of Qian Long could be considered the height of the Qing Dynasty as many advancements were made under his rule. He was a big proponent of the arts, literature and architecture. The year of his ascension he made a promise not to rule longer than his grandfather Kangxi who reigned for sixty-one years. In 1795, after sixty years on the throne he followed through with his promise and voluntarily abdicated in favor of his son Jiaqing, though he never really relinquished power, his son ruled by name only and Qian Long died in 1799. Dark patina and attractive. Due to the size and nature of this lot, the winning bidder will pay actual cost of shipping. EXTREMELY FINE.
From an Advanced Collection of Primitive Monies.
Approximately 22.75 x 2.25 in (57.79 x 5.72 cm) KM-389 (for basic type). RARE complete Cash Tree. Cash tree of Emperor Qian Long from the Board of Revenue mint. The tree comprises of 32 Cash pieces surmounted with a radiant seated Buddha and two standing figures. Possibly produced for display purposes in money changers shop windows. The reign of Qian Long could be considered the height of the Qing Dynasty as many advancements were made under his rule. He was a big proponent of the arts, literature and architecture. The year of his ascension he made a promise not to rule longer than his grandfather Kangxi who reigned for sixty-one years. In 1795, after sixty years on the throne he followed through with his promise and voluntarily abdicated in favor of his son Jiaqing, though he never really relinquished power, his son ruled by name only and Qian Long died in 1799. Dark patina and attractive. Due to the size and nature of this lot, the winning bidder will pay actual cost of shipping. EXTREMELY FINE.
From an Advanced Collection of Primitive Monies.
Ex: Hans M.F. Schulman auction June 27-29, 1973 Lot # 604 (with lot tag).
Estimate: $3500.00- $5000.00