© Micheal Linke
© Micheal Linke
Charm Amulet Open - Worked Coin "金木水火土" ND
| Bronze | 8 g | 29.5 mm |
| Location | Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Spiritual tokens › Charms |
| Years | 1892-1895 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-13 |
| Numista | N#358124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Five Chinese characters in five "comma- tail shapes around a center hole. Round hole in center.
Script: Chinese
Lettering: 貴 富 寿 多 男
Translation: Long life, nobility, riches, & numerous sons.
Edge
Plain
Comment
A cast open-worked coin-shaped charm made in the Late Joseon Kingdom.Ramsden Corean Coin Charms and Amulets no. 141
Similar to: 755 “金木水火土”背“青白黃赤黑”
LS.484, MAN. 76.7, HY, III-387
