China, Warring States. Wei (Liang) Æ Spade Money (2 Jin). A flat handled, arch footed example. Circa 400-300 BC. Chinese characters translated as 'An Yi Er Jin = Anyi two jin' / Single Chinese character 'An'. Hartill 3.9. 28.82g, 66mm.
Condition as seen.
From an old Australian private collection.
The word 'Anyi' inscribed on this money was the name of the capital of the state of Wei.