It was minted during the fourth currency reform in the first year of Tianfeng (14 AD) of Wang Mang, and was minted in parallel with Huoquan. One cloth was worth 25 Huoquan coins, and 25 Daquan 50 coins were also temporarily retained. Huobu was thicker and neater than "Shibu", with outlines on the front, back and perforations. The middle vertical line stops at the bottom of the perforation, and the two words "Huobu" are written in vertical needle seals on both sides, with a chic and handsome style. It is about 5.6 cm long and weighs about 16.5 grams on average. Huobu was minted and circulated for ten years from the first year of Tianfeng to the demise of Xinmang (23 AD). Together with "Daquan 50" and "Huoquan", it is one of Wang Mang's three "long-life coins", so it is more popular.

Experience a piece of history with the China Wang Mang Tianfeng Frist Year (AD 14) Xinmang Era Currency. Originating from a pivotal time in China's past, this currency coin is a tangible connection to the Empire period, predating modern numismatics. Crafted during the reign of Wang Mang, it reflects the artistic and historical significance of the time.

During Wang Mang's 13-year reign, he carried out four currency reforms. The copper coins minted were one knife flat five thousand and one knife five hundred. Six quan were Xiaoquan Zhiyi, Yaoquan 10, Youquan 20, Zhongquan 30, Zhuangquan 40, Daquan 50. Ten cloth were Xiaobu 100, Yaobu ​​200, Youbu 300, Xubu 400, Chabu 500, Zhongbu 600, Zhuangbu 700, Dibu 800, Cibu 900, Dabu Huangqian. There were 21 varieties of Huoquan, Buquan, Huobu, etc. There were so many varieties of coins minted in one dynasty, which was unique in history. Among the Xinmang coins, except for Xiaoquan Zhiyi, Huoquan, Buquan, Daquan 50, Huobu, and Dabu Huangqian, the rest were rare, especially Zhongquan 30 and Zhuangquan 40. If you want to collect all the above "two knives", "six quan", and "ten cloth", you can be called a real coin collector.

This coin has not been certified, allowing you to appreciate its raw historical value. It's a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of ancient Asian currencies. While its origins are sure to spark curiosity, its elegant design and the story it represents make it a standout piece in any collection.