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Coins

1736–95

China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign

(1736–95)
Medium
copper
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. L. E. Holden 1918.793
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This is a string of Chinese coins with square holes in the center.
A copper sculpture assembles stacks of circular coins with square center holes into a textured ring. Seven distinct clusters are threaded onto a wire loop. The weathered metal shows a dark brown patina with golden highlights. Raised characters are visible on several coin faces, particularly along the bottom and right. At the top center, a simple wire hook joins the ends, completing the heavy, circular composition.

Coins

1736–95

China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)

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