Coin-Like Charm Item Number: Edz4212 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Round, square hole in centre, inner and outer rims on both sides, four Chinese characters on obverse, two characters on reverse.

History Of Use

A coin-like charm, which could have circulated. A charm with a good-luck message (Larson, David). Used by the populace for decoration and blessing. Primarily distributed as gifts within families on festive occasions to call for good omens for the year. Usually given to and worn by children, as a pendant, on birthdays or New Year (Li, Min).