Preliminary exploration of gold and silver money unearthed from the tomb of Ming Dynasty princes


World Heritage Site: Imperial Tombs of the Ming and Qing Dynasties

Publication Year: 2024

Publication Type: Article

Publication Identifier: WHE55ED9625ED

Summary

A preliminary analysis of gold and silver money unearthed from the tombs of Ming Dynasty princes reveals significant insights into the economic practices and burial customs of the era. The study, which combines historical research with material analysis, identifies unique patterns in the types and quantities of currency buried alongside these nobles, suggesting a sophisticated monetary system and ritualistic significance attached to wealth during this period. By cross-referencing unearthed artifacts with documented historical records, researchers have begun to map the distribution and use of gold and silver money, offering new perspectives on Ming Dynasty economy and aristocratic culture.

Citation

Xue, X. (2024). Preliminary exploration of gold and silver money unearthed from the tomb of Ming Dynasty princes. Research on Literary and Art Development, 5(6), 78–83. https://doi.org/10.47297/wsprolaadwsp2634-786512.20240506

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