Schjoth (S)

Schjoth, F.J. Chinese Currency. (London/Oslo, 1929).

Reprints available.

The Schjöth Collection at the Numismatic Cabinet of the University of Oslo. The book covers the period 1122 B.C. to the end of the Chinese Empire 1912 A.D. - 3034 years of History, 2215 coins illustrated and explained, including 1612 Chinese coins, 25 Chinese coins of doubtful origin, 45 coins turned into charms, 57 Japanese coins, 273 Korea coins, 99 Annam coins, 132 charms or amulets. It is considered the Bible for the Chinese Coins. Text in English with Chinese signs, all the coins illustrated an explained.

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