China. N.D. Zheng De Tong Bao Charm – Dragon and Phoenix, 54 mmObverse:正德通寶 (Zheng de tong bao), read top, bottom, right and left, around a square central hole. Broad, plain raised outer rim.Reverse:A dragon and phoenix arranged around the square central hole. The pictorial relief is enclosed by a broad, plain outer rim.The inscription Zheng de conveys the auspicious meaning “righteous virtue”. The dragon and phoenix are traditionally associated with marital harmony, and charms bearing this combination are commonly described as marriage charms.Undated. Related examples are attributed to the Qing dynasty. The Zhengde reign title forms part of the auspicious inscription and does not establish the date of manufacture.Specifications:Weight: 48.1 g.Diameter: 54 mm.Thickness at the rim: 3 mm.Comparative reference:Spink, Auction CSS123B, 9 April 2026, lot 1214: a related example measuring 54.3 mm and weighing 47.3 g.
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