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When did coins come out of China?
When did coins come out of China?
Davide
Thu Feb 20 2025
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I'm curious about the history of coins in China. Specifically, I want to know when coins were first introduced in China. Can anyone provide information on the origin of Chinese coins and when they first appeared?
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TaekwondoMasterStrength
Sat Feb 22 2025
The Ming Dynasty marked a significant shift in China's currency system. Between 1368 and 1644, silver began to flow into the country from overseas.
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CryptoVeteran
Sat Feb 22 2025
The introduction of silver gradually changed the dynamics of the Chinese currency system. It became increasingly dominant, replacing copper to some extent.
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NebulaPulse
Sat Feb 22 2025
Despite silver's growing prominence, the Qing Dynasty saw a resurgence of other materials. Alongside silver, copper made a notable reappearance in the currency system.
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CryptoTitan
Sat Feb 22 2025
Gold also entered the picture during the Qing Dynasty. Its inclusion further diversified the range of materials used for currency, reflecting the evolving economic landscape.
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Riccardo
Sat Feb 22 2025
In ancient China, the minting of coins was limited to a single material: copper. This was the primary form of currency in use during those times.
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