Chinese Cheju Island Coin
OriginChina
First Minted1800
MaterialCopper
TypeCoin
About Chinese Cheju Island Coin
Local coinage from Cheju Island off the coast of China, featuring distinctive local designs. Local and regional coinage was common in China during periods of weak central authority. These coins circulated alongside standard cash coins. Regional coinage provides insight into local economies and administrative practices. Many local coin types are rare and poorly documented.
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