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Northern Song Dynasty · 熙宁元宝 (Xining Yuanbao)

Dual-Script Comparative Pair — Certified by GBCA

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📜 Historical Background

Issued during the Xining era (1068–1077 AD) under Emperor Shenzong of the Northern Song Dynasty, Xining Yuanbao coins circulated during one of the most intellectually ambitious periods of Chinese history.

This was the era of the Wang Anshi Reforms, when the Song court attempted sweeping economic, military, and administrative changes. Currency production expanded significantly, yet multiple calligraphic scripts were intentionally used, reflecting both tradition and reform—making script varieties an important field of study for collectors.

This certified pair presents two official calligraphic styles from the same reign, allowing collectors to directly compare artistic and minting traditions within a single issue.

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🪙 Coin Details (Certified Pair)

Dynasty: Northern Song (北宋)

Reign: Xining (熙宁)

Date: 1068 AD

Coin A

• Script: 楷书 (Regular Script)

• Grade: 美 85

• Size / Weight: approx. 23.8 × 1.6 mm, 4.7 g

Coin B

• Script: 篆书 (Seal Script)

• Grade: 美 85

• Size / Weight: approx. 25.3 × 1.1 mm, 3.5 g

Certification: GBCA (公博鉴定)

Cert No.: 1114148376

Encapsulation: Original dual-coin GBCA holder (unaltered)

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🔍 Why Collectors Should Care

• Dual-script pairing — highly educational and visually compelling

• Same reign, same year, different calligraphy — ideal study piece

• Certified authenticity by a leading authority for Chinese cast coins

• Natural Song-era patina with honest circulation character

• Perfect for:

• Song Dynasty specialists

• Calligraphy-focused collectors

• Educational or museum-style displays

This is not a bulk Song coin—it is a comparative historical artifact.

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🏛 Condition Note

Both coins display stable ancient patina and clear character structure consistent with their GBCA 美85 grade. Variations in weight and diameter are expected due to hand-cast production methods of the period.

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