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Focused on Chinese bronze mirrors and ancient coins, sharing research and insights with fellow collectors. For authentication or questions, please email me at: qu_xFocused on Chinese bronze mirrors and ancient coins, sharing research and insights with fellow collectors. For authentication or questions, please email me at: qu_xiaofei@outlook.com (Read more)

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Fake vs Genuine: Tang Dynasty Parrot Mirror Comparison - Asianin Asian
Shangfang TLV Bronze Mirror, Xin Mang to Mid-Eastern Han Dynasty - Asianin Asian
Mid-Western Han Dynasty "Jian Ri Zhi Guang" Inscribed Bronze Mirror - Asianin Asian

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  1. Thanks for the detailed breakdown! I agree the "MADE IN CHINA" mark’s typography and stamping do point to a later Republic period—your observation on the stamping pressure difference is really insight...
  2. Thank you again for sharing these fantastic resources! I’ve just read through the Australian Museum page and really enjoyed the overview of Chinese mirror culture. One small correction: while recta...
  3. Thank you so much for the kind words and the great resources! Those are excellent reads on early Chinese mirror culture—obsidian mirrors are a fascinating pre-bronze tradition. For bronze mirrors, ...
  4. Nice example of late Qing/Republic export porcelain! The "MADE IN CHINA" mark confirms it’s a genuine 19th–early 20th century piece, even if the Qianlong mark is a later tribute. For anyone intereste...
  5. Another modern reproduction—this shape and "archaic" decoration have no basis in Shang or any ancient Chinese bronze vessel. The rough cast finish and artificial dark patina are dead giveaways for a t...
  6. This is a classic modern fantasy reproduction—there’s no authentic ancient Chinese bronze vessel with this combination of ox form, lid beast, and mixed Zhou dynasty motifs. The patina is artificial, a...
  7. Excellent example! This is a well-cast late Western Han / Xin period boshanlu-style mirror—great detail in the mountain patterns and a solid typology. The only flaw is a visible crack, which is common...
  8. Nice example of a Qian Long Tong Bao! The Bao Quan mint mark and Shan-Lung date are clear—this is a solid late Qianlong issue. If you ever want to dive deeper into Qing cash coin varieties or authenti...
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