(t) CHINA. Zhou Dynasty. Western Shou Period. Prototype Spade Money, ND (ca. 1200-800 B.C.). VERY FINE.
cf. Hartill-2.i. Weight: 86.34 gms. This appears to be an early version of Spade Money without inscription, thought to be produced prior to 700 B.C. It is a remarkably well preserved example, with sharp design elements and a minimum of green oxidized patina.
Estimate: $2200.00- $2600.00