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Rare Ming Dynasty Bronze Paper Money Printing Block

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Rare Ming Dynasty Bronze Paper Money Printing Block

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L 7 3/4 in., W 4 in. This bronze printing block was made during the Hongwu Period (1368-1398) of Ming Dynasty after the Chinese overthrown the Mongolian rulers. Paper money was first invented by Chinese in 11th Century. This printing block could print money of a face value of 500 dollars at that time. It is rare to find a Ming money printing block after more than 700 years of history. Only the Shanghai Museum has a similar one like this. Please refer to Lot #12 in this Sale for another paper money printing block.

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Patinated with rust

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Rare Ming Dynasty Bronze Paper Money Printing Block

Name: Rare Ming Dynasty Bronze Paper Money Printing Block
SKU: 31601578
Price: 900 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,000 - $6,000

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