Jian Yan coin, Southern Song dynasty, Emperor Gaozong (1127-62), bronze. Emperor Gaozong used only two titles during his reign: Jian Yan (1127-30) and Shao Xing (1131-62). Coins from this period come in two sizes: small (under 30 mm) and large.
D/ Jian Yan Tong Bao (currency of the Jianyan period - ABDS); zhuanshu(seal) writing.
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In the Museum since 1911.
