China
Spring & Autumn Period "Hollow Handle" Spade Money ND (650-400 BC) Certified 82 by Gong Bo Grading (photo-certificate), FD-24, Hartill-2.34, Thierry-Type I (this character not listed). 100x50mm. 35.49gm. Square Shoulder type. With character "Ge" on the obverse. Among the earliest genuine issues of the Spring and Autumn period, these square shoulder spades are rarely found in this excellent preservation, little serious evidence of wear visible over the surfaces.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/china/china-spring-and-autumn-period-hollow-handle-spade-money-nd-650-400-bc-certified-82-by-gong-bo-grading-photo-certi/a/3092-39015.s?type=CoinArchives3092
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 500-700 USD