Charms

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Type:1662-1722 (Sheng Tsu) Cash
Obverse Legend:Kang Xi Tong Bao
Reference:Schjoth 1426
Shantung mint. Lace signifies prosperity.
                              
 
Type:Cash
Obverse Legend:Qian Long Tong Bao
Qing dynasty. Lace signifies prosperity.
                              
 
Type:Yasheng Coin (Flower Coin)
Obverse Legend:Wind Flower Snow Moon
Reverse:Marriage tutorial
Song dynasty?
                              
 
Type:1644-1911 (Ching Dynasty) Charm
Obverse Legend:Daoism incantation to surpress ghosts
Reverse Legend:Eight Diagram of Daoism
Used to keep ghosts away and give good luck.
                              
 


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