Bidspirit auction | CHINESE GOLD YUANBAO INGOT

CHINESE GOLD YUANBAO INGOT - Qing Dynasty, Ca. 18th-20th century AD. A finely crafted Chinese gold yuanbao ingot from the late imperial period. This ingot is square in shape, with raised borders that define its edges and a concave center. The ingot is stamped with four Chinese characters, including ”???” (Great Blessing) and ”???” (Auspicious Wind), symbolising good fortune and prosperity. The design reflects traditional Chinese beliefs that gold ingots like these were used not only as currency but also in ceremonial or symbolic contexts, often for wealth, good luck, and auspicious occasions.Size: 31mm x 24mm; Weight: 93.6gProvenance: Prince Collection, 1990s-2014; ex Ira & Larry Goldberg, Auction 62, 03/02/2011, lot 3403.This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.