Kai Yuan Tong Bao
Ruler: Li Yu (961-978 AD)
Kai Yuan Tong Bao: The Inaugural Currency. A small number of these coins were issued by the Kingdom of Min - in lead as well as copper.
Method of acquisition: Given (2015-04-27) by North, Jeffrey J.
Production date: from AD 961
Object composed of copper Diameter 24.29 mm Weight 3.62 g
Accession number: CM.307-2015
Primary reference Number: 237557
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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