Section 32.3

Section 32.3: "Four character obverse, four character reverse: Three strokes in first character of obverse"


28 mm
Obv. San Yang Kai Tai (Pin Yin)
"Three suns open blossom"
Rev. Yi Pin Dang Chao (Pin Yin)
"(Let you be) officer of the first degree in the royal court"
Meaning:
Ref.: Information supplied by Sergey N. Shevtsov

"In the Ming and Qing Dynasties it was said green,red and white sun represent past, present and future. San Yang Kai Tai is an auspicious expression indication that spring returns to the earth and everything looks fresh and gay. It is also the symbol of prosperity and fulfillment of one's desire." [LI, p.129] Information supplied by Sergey N. Shevtsov


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