AE 半两 (Ban Liang)

AE 半两 (Ban Liang)

China, Western Han Dynasty, 206 BCE - 8 CE

Diameter: 24 mm Weight: 2.93 grams

Obverse: The Hanzi 半两 arranged right to left. Square hole centre, thin raised outer rim.

Reverse: Blank.

References: cf Hartill 7.32

Notes:

This type is attributed to Emperor Wen (202-157 BCE), and was issued circa 175-167 BCE.

Référence : cf Hartill 7.32

Collection : Chinese coins