Yuan

UnknownShang Dynasty ca.1600 - 1046 BC

Sanxingdui Museum
Guanghan, China

A yuan was a disk with a large hole. Historical records say it was used to recruit talented people. Due to a fire, the upper part of this yuan is black.

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Title: Yuan
Creator: Unknown
Creator Lifespan: Unknown
Creator Nationality: China
Creator Gender: Unknown
Date: Shang Dynasty ca.1600 - 1046 BC
Location: Sanxingdui, Guanghan city, Sichuan Province
Physical Dimensions: h8.5 cm (Complete)
Provenance: Sanxingdui Museum
Type: carving
External Link: Sanxingdui Museum
Medium: jade

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