Watch List notes:

China, Hsin Dynasty, Wang Mang Interregnum, (c.A.D. 7-22), "Zhong Quan San Shi", round cash with square hole, four characters on one side, value 30, diameter 20mms, issued 9-14 A.D., (Hartill 9.17, Sch.142a, TFP 464, Pl.53). Good very fine and rare.

Ex Noble Sale 94, lot 3556.

This coin is part of the Wang Mang issue of round coins with square holes. The coins, known as the "Six Coins" were cast during the years 9-14 A.D.