Shosei Tsuho, Japan, 14th - 17th century

Shosei Tsuho, Japan, 14th - 17th century

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Description (Brief)
One (1) shosei tsuho coin, Mito
Japan, 14th - 17th century
Obverse Image: Four Orthodox characters read top, bottom, right, left.
Obverse Text: Romanization: SHO / SEI / TSU / HO (Translation: Current treasure of the Shosei)
Reverse Image: N/A
Reverse Text: N/A
General Information: Mito Mint, Sung character.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
coin
date made
14th - 17th century
place made
Japan
Physical Description
copper (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 1 mm x 23 mm; 1/32 in x 29/32 in
ID Number
2017.0116.315
catalog number
2017.0116.315
accession number
2017.0116
Credit Line
Howard F. Bowker Family
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East Asian Coins
Data Source
National Museum of American History
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