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Li Yong Tong Bao: CM.582-2015

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Li Yong Tong Bao

Maker(s)

Ruler: Wu Sangui (1674-1678)
Mint: Yunnan

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Categories

Description

Li Yong: Profitable Use coin, issued after Wu Sangui proclaimed a new dynasty, the Zhou.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2015-04-27) by North, Jeffrey J.

Dating

1674 - 1678

Components of the work

Object composed of copper Diameter 24.09 mm Weight 3.63 g

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: 利用通寶 Li Yong Tong Bao
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription for Yunnan provincial mint.

  • Text: 雲 Yun
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.582-2015
Primary reference Number: 237832
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 12 September 2019 Updated: Thursday 12 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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