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Gold in Chinese Museums

Gold in Chinese Museums

Beijing Gold Economic Development Research Center

Hardcover

Chinese HistoryChinese ArtGeneral Antiques & Collectibles

Publisher Price: $45.00

PREORDER - Expected ship date May 18, 2027

ISBN10: 1913190587
ISBN13: 9781913190583
Publisher: Cypi Press
Published: May 18 2027
Pages: 248
Language: English
This illustrated book explores the history of gold culture in China, organized into four sections: ornaments, coins, cups, and seals. Drawing on museum artifacts, archaeological finds, and historical records, it examines gold's evolving roles in Chinese politics, economy, culture, religion, and military from the Xia and Shang dynasties through the Ming and Qing periods.

Gold in Chinese Museums is a richly illustrated work that traces the development of China's gold culture. Organized into four sections -- Gold Ornaments, Gold Coins, Gold Cups, and Gold Seals -- the book comprehensively presents the evolution and influence of gold in Chinese history from the Xia and Shang dynasties to the Ming and Qing periods. Through a wealth of gold artifacts, coins, and ornaments preserved in museums, combined with archaeological discoveries and historical records, the book delves into the multifaceted roles of gold in politics, economy, culture, religion, and military affairs in Chinese history.

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