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Far Eastern: CM.1142-2015

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Amulet or charm bearing an obverse inscription known from rare official coins of the emperor Wu Zong of the Ming dynasty. Zheng De, meaning 'correct virtue' was a popular choice for unofficial charms such as this.

Acquisition and important dates

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

Components of the work

Object composed of copper Diameter 43.62 mm Weight 15.06 g

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: 正德通寶 Zheng De Tong Bao
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Dragon and phoenix

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.1142-2015
Primary reference Number: 238392
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Created: Thursday 12 September 2019 Updated: Thursday 12 September 2019 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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