Rare Ancient Javanese Lead Ring Money (9th-10th Century), itemnumber: W5205

Rare Ancient Javanese Lead Ring Money (9th-10th Century)

Discover a fascinating piece of maritime Southeast Asian history with this authentic Ancient Javanese "ring money" (proto-currency). Dating back to the Early Classical / Pre-Islamic period (circa 9th–10th century), this heavy metal ring served as a crucial medium of exchange before the widespread adoption of stamped coinage.

Cast from a heavy lead alloy, this substantial piece features a beautiful, naturally aged dark oxide patina with a rustic, authentic soil texture. Proto-currency items like this are highly sought after by collectors of ancient Asian numismatics, shipwreck artifacts, and early financial history.

Material: Lead Alloy Java, Indonesia (Early Mataram / Srivijaya period) 

Dimensions: diameter in mm: 60, weigth in gram: 63

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