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Qing Dynasty. Wen Zong (Xian Feng) "Tian Xia Tai Ping" Charm or Palace Cash ND (1851-1861) XF, cf. Hartill-26.3 (similar type from Tong Zhi's reign), Lockhart Collection-1570 (similar type from Qian Long's reign), CCH-417-419. 43mm. 16.61gm. The reverse reads: "Tian Xia Tai Ping" (Heaven Below Great Palace--or roughly, "Peace on Earth"). An intriguing amuletic type whose exact reasons for production are not entirely agreed upon today. In his Cast Chinese Coins, Hartill quotes the Register of Large Cash as stating "[t]hese coins were used as presentation in the Palace of Ancestor Worship, each wrapped in a piece of rectangular cloth. Each time an Emperor ascended to his ancestors [died], they were replaced with newly cast coins." Some have also proposed that they were made as gifts for eunuchs and guards of the Imperial Palace as part of New Year's ceremonies. Hartill further suggests that while some were manufactured by the Board of Revenue, others were privately produced; the execution of this piece is exceptionally fine and the calligraphy well-formed, which seems to suggest it belongs to the former, official group.
This lot can be submitted to Gong Bo Grading for certification after the auction at the buyer's request. If you would like to utilize this option, please contact HK@HA.com.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/china/china-qing-dynasty-wen-zong-xian-feng-tian-xia-tai-ping-charm-or-palace-cash-nd-1851-1861-xf-/a/3095-35080.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3095-12112021
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 800-1200 USD
Qing Dynasty. Wen Zong (Xian Feng) "Tian Xia Tai Ping" Charm or Palace Cash ND (1851-1861) XF, cf. Hartill-26.3 (similar type from Tong Zhi's reign), Lockhart Collection-1570 (similar type from Qian Long's reign), CCH-417-419. 43mm. 16.61gm. The reverse reads: "Tian Xia Tai Ping" (Heaven Below Great Palace--or roughly, "Peace on Earth"). An intriguing amuletic type whose exact reasons for production are not entirely agreed upon today. In his Cast Chinese Coins, Hartill quotes the Register of Large Cash as stating "[t]hese coins were used as presentation in the Palace of Ancestor Worship, each wrapped in a piece of rectangular cloth. Each time an Emperor ascended to his ancestors [died], they were replaced with newly cast coins." Some have also proposed that they were made as gifts for eunuchs and guards of the Imperial Palace as part of New Year's ceremonies. Hartill further suggests that while some were manufactured by the Board of Revenue, others were privately produced; the execution of this piece is exceptionally fine and the calligraphy well-formed, which seems to suggest it belongs to the former, official group.
This lot can be submitted to Gong Bo Grading for certification after the auction at the buyer's request. If you would like to utilize this option, please contact HK@HA.com.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/china/china-qing-dynasty-wen-zong-xian-feng-tian-xia-tai-ping-charm-or-palace-cash-nd-1851-1861-xf-/a/3095-35080.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3095-12112021
HID02906262019
© 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 800-1200 USD