(t) CHINA. Zhou Dynasty. Warring States Period. State of Liang. Arched Foot Spade Money, ND (ca. 400-300 B.C.). Graded 82 by Zhong Qian Ping Ji Grading Company.
Hartill-3.48; DCD-217; FD-307. Weight: 29.1 gms. Obverse: "Liang Chong Jin Wu Dang Lie Shi Er"; Reverse: Blank. This attractive and original looking example displays bold well-formed characters exhibiting mottled green and brown patina with areas of brighter coloration on the high points. Please to the eye they minor earthen deposits, on both sides, adds to pleasing appearance and originality.
Estimate: $900 - $1200