Ancient Chinese - Knife money - Mingdao - Zhou Dynasty - 400/200 BC.
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Ancient Chinese Zhou dynasty knife money named Mingdao, dating to 400–200 BC, in good condition with a 13.2 cm length and provenance from Galerie C.H.T., France (acquired in 2022 from Germany).
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Antique Chinese knife from the Zhou dynasty
Mingdao knife, named after the character inscribed on the blade.
This character was long identified as 'Ming,' but a new interpretation has emerged, and this character is now interpreted as 'Yi'.
Indeed, from -360, the city of Yi was the capital of the Yan kingdom, which used these knives.
The mingdao were issued between -400 and -200. They are mainly found in the provinces of Hebei, Henan, Shandong, Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Manchuria.
Warring States Era (-475 to -221 BC).
The patina is a mixture of green, blue, and brown with some interesting crystalline formations.
Dimensions: length 13.2 cm, - excellent condition
Provenance: France, Galerie C.H.T.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Antique Chinese knife from the Zhou dynasty
Mingdao knife, named after the character inscribed on the blade.
This character was long identified as 'Ming,' but a new interpretation has emerged, and this character is now interpreted as 'Yi'.
Indeed, from -360, the city of Yi was the capital of the Yan kingdom, which used these knives.
The mingdao were issued between -400 and -200. They are mainly found in the provinces of Hebei, Henan, Shandong, Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Manchuria.
Warring States Era (-475 to -221 BC).
The patina is a mixture of green, blue, and brown with some interesting crystalline formations.
Dimensions: length 13.2 cm, - excellent condition
Provenance: France, Galerie C.H.T.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/ Timeframe
Dynastie Zhou
Name of object
- Knife money - Mingdao - Zhou Dynasty - 400/200 BC.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2022
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
