![Ancient Kushan Bronze Tetradrachm Featuring Oesho and Bull, Circa 113-127 CE: This auction features a remarkable ancient bronze tetradrachm from the Kushan Empire, minted in Begram between 113 and 127 CE under the rule of Wima Kadphises. The coin measures 30 mm in diameter and](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180609024_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719083511)
Bronze Coins, Currency & Stamps
![Ancient Kushan Bronze Tetradrachm Featuring Oesho and Bull, Circa 113-127 CE: This auction features a remarkable ancient bronze tetradrachm from the Kushan Empire, minted in Begram between 113 and 127 CE under the rule of Wima Kadphises. The coin measures 30 mm in diameter and](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180609024_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719083511)
![Ancient Kushan Bronze Coin Featuring Standing Sakyamuni Buddha, Circa 128-150 CE: An exquisite ancient bronze coin from the Kushan Empire, measures 20 mm in diameter and weighs 9 grams, dating back to approximately 128-150 CE during the reign of Kanishka I. This rare coin showcases](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180609015_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719082729)
![Ancient Kushan Bronze Coin Tetradrachm of Huvishka, Minted in Begram, 151-190 AD: Ancient bronze coin (tetradrachm) from the Kushan Empire, minted during the reign of Huvishka between 151 and 190 AD in Begram. The coin measures 24 mm in diameter and weighs 13 grams. The obverse sid](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180609017_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719082811)
![Ancient Kushan Bronze Coin Featuring Seated Maitreya Buddha, Circa 151-190 CE: An exquisite ancient bronze coin from the Kushan Empire, measures 20x18 mm in diameter and weighs 4 grams, dating back to approximately 151-190 CE during the reign of Huvishka. This coin features the](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180609008_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719082103)
![Ancient Kushan Bronze Coin, Kanishka I AE Unit, Bactrian Series, circa 127-150 AD: This ancient Kushan bronze coin, designated as an AE (Aes) unit, dates back to the reign of Kanishka I (circa 127-150 AD). Weighing 15.5 grams and measuring 25-26 mm in diameter, with a 12 o'clock die](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180607983_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719073207)
![Ancient Kushan Bronze Tetradrachm of Huvishka, Begram Mint, AD 200-400: A bronze unit from ancient India, dated AD 200-400. The reverse depicts a standing goddess.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180598917_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719072980)
![Vintage Chinese Bronze Coin - Jia Qing Tong Bao: Vintage Chinese Bronze Coin - Jia Qing Tong BaoDimension: 59 (mm) 2.32 (inches)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2899/332203/179161325_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718566840)
![Vintage Chinese Bronze Coin - Guang Xu Tong Bao: Vintage Chinese Bronze Coin - Guang Xu Tong BaoDimension: 61 x 11 (mm) 2.40 x 0.43 (inches)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2899/332203/179161249_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718566840)
![CHINA Coin AR Rupees, Chengdu Mint in Tibet, ND (1933-39) Emperor Guang Xu: CHINA Coin AR Rupees, Chengdu Mint in Tibet, ND (1933-39) Emperor Guang XuFeatures: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 23mm thickness: 1.4mmWeight: 5g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4mm, 1mm = 0.0393 in](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179189193_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA "Yansheng" coins Liao Dynasty "Songdynastin" (916-1125 CE) Wu Zhu: CHINA "Yansheng" coins Liao Dynasty "Songdynastin" (916-1125 CE) Wu ZhuDimension: diameter?45mm thickness:3.6mmWeight :44g](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179822753_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA coin Song Dynasty 960 - 1127 AD: CHINA coin Song Dynasty 960 - 1127 ADFeatures: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 40mm thickness: 2mmWeight: 17g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4mm, 1mm = 0.0393 inch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241775_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![Chinese Chess (Xiangqi) Pieces Song (960 - 1127 AD) Ju (or Che): CHESS CHARMSCoins collectors know that several ancient Chinese coins are not monetary but are "Chess" pieces instead. Indeed, antique metal pieces made for Xiangqi play are often found. Coins collecto](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241770_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA spade coin State of Liang, 400-300 BC, AE spade money Zhou dynasty: CHINA spade coin State of Liang, 400-300 BC, AE spade money Zhou dynastyFeatures: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diamete:51mm thickness:2.6mmWeight: 22g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4mm, 1mm = 0.0393 inch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241768_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA spade coin WANG MANG 7 - 23 AD Han Dynasty: CHINA spade coin WANG MANG 7 - 23 AD Han DynastyFeatures: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 60mm thickness: 2.7mmWeight: 22g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4mm, 1mm = 0.0393 inch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241717_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA "Buddha Elephant Kwan-yin coin" coin 53g: CHINA "Buddha Elephant Kwan-yin coin" coin 53g Features: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 62mm thickness: 16mmWeight: 53g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4mm, 1mm = 0.0393 inch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241716_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong: CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong Features: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter:45mm thickness:5.5mmWeight :45g conversion : 1 inch = 25](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241715_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 18g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong: CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong Features: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter:34mm thickness:4.2mmWeight :18g conversion : 1 inch = 25](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241714_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong: CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong Features: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 45mm thickness: 5.5mmWeight: 45g conversion: 1 inch = 2](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241713_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong: CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong Features: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 45mm thickness: 5.5mmWeight: 45g conversion: 1 inch = 2](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241711_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong: CHINA "Chunhua Yuanbao" coin 45g approx. AC 960 to 1279 Song Dynasty marked by Emperor Taizong Features: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 45mm thickness: 5.5mmWeight: 45g conversion: 1 inch = 2](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241708_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![China Spade Coin State of Liang, 400-300 BC Xin dynas, AE, an yi yi jin in archaic: China Spade Coin State of Liang, 400-300 BC, AE flat-handled spade, an yi yi jin in archaicFeatures: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 52mm thickness: 1.7mmWeight: 15g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4m](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241706_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![China Copper Coin Diameter: 84mm Thickness: 2.6mm Weight: 40g: China Copper Coin Diameter: 84mm Thickness: 2.6mmWeight: 40gFeatures: Bronze CopparOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 84mm thickness: 2.6mmWeight: 40g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4mm, 1mm = 0.0393 inch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241705_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![CHINA Spade Coin, Wang Mang's Regime Han Dynasty, 206 BC–220 AD: CHINA Spade Coin, Wang Mang's Regime Han Dynasty, 206 BC–220 ADFeatures: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 38mm thickness: 2mmWeight: 8g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4mm, 1mm = 0.0393 inch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179241704_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
![China Chinese knife coin Qing Shi Huangdi, Zhou Dynasty 200 BC: China Chinese knife coin Qing Shi Huangdi, Zhou Dynasty 200 BCFeatures: BronzeOrigin: ChinaDimension: diameter: 60mm thickness: 2.1mmWeight: 9g conversion: 1 inch = 25.4mm, 1mm = 0.0393 inch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8802/331250/179197372_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719241638)
News about Bronze Coins, Currency & Stamps
![Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Bodhisattva on Lotus Base tops $400K at Concept Art Gallery](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/178027916_1_x.jpg)
Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Bodhisattva on Lotus Base tops $400K at Concept Art Gallery
PITTSBURGH — Concept Art Gallery enjoyed a sensational result in its June 8 sale. Estimated at $300-$600, a Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze bodhisattva hammered for $330,000 ($402,600 with buyer’s premium). Complete sale results are available at LiveAuctioneers. The buyer will be hoping they have bought one of the celebrated series of bronzes cast in the imperial […]
![Bill Reid Cast Bronze leads our five lots to watch](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/James-Cox-Gallery-June-9-Bill-Reid-cast-bronze.jpg)
Bill Reid Cast Bronze leads our five lots to watch
Bill Reid, ‘Killer Whale Spirit (Blowhole)’ Cast Bronze WILLOW, NY – Bill Reid (1920-1998) was a highly celebrated First Nations artist from the Haida tribe in British Columbia. In 1994, he created a limited edition cast bronze titled Killer Whale Spirit (Blowhole) for exclusive distribution to the board members of the Tallix Foundry in Beacon, […]
![A tiny Louis Vuitton trunk, a bronze lobster, and George Washington portraits triumphed at Thomaston Place](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/169962396_1_x-1.jpg)
A tiny Louis Vuitton trunk, a bronze lobster, and George Washington portraits triumphed at Thomaston Place
THOMASTON, Maine – ‘Correct in detail, material and quality of construction, down to brass hardware, stencilled cloth and monogrammed leather trim’, a miniature Louis Vuitton trunk hammered for $7,500 and sold for $9,375 at Thomaston Place Auction Galleries. Only a handful of these diminutive luggage pieces are known, made at the time either as salesman […]
![Dylan Lewis bronze leads our five auction highlights](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Aux-at-Showplace-Jan-7-Dylan-Lewis-bronze.webp)
Dylan Lewis bronze leads our five auction highlights
Dylan Lewis Bronze ‘Lioness Standing On Sloped Base, Maquette’, $12,500 NEW YORK – South African Dylan Lewis (b. 1964-) is widely regarded as a master sculptor of animals, with a particular focus on lions and tigers. He spends a large amount of his time in the wild observing, tracking and sketching animals, which he then […]