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Ming Dynasty, Ca. 14th-17th century AD. A finely cast gold yuanbao ingot of saddle form, with slightly flared ends and a smooth, hammered surface. The interior bears a crisply engraved inscription reading「洪武拾年 九成色金」 (“Hongwu 10th Year, gold of nine-tenths purity”), indicating production under the reign of the Hongwu Emperor (r. 1368–1398). Approximate gold bullion price - 11,200 GBP Size: 53mm x 32mm; Weight: 112.4g Provenance: Prince Collection, 1990s-2014; ex Ira & Larry Goldberg, Auction 62, 03/02/2011. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

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Gold