Yan State knife money at The British Museum, London
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Knife money from the Warring States period retained some distinctive features of genuine tools, including the loop and the reinforcing ridges on the handle. Northern states and northeastern regions issued knife money. Large, cast bronze knives with a commodity value circulated in China between 600 to 200 B.C., during the Zhou dynasty. Several stories attempt to explain how knife money was introduced, but none are certain if any or all are true. One story tells of a prince who, running low on funds to pay his troops, allowed them to use their knives as a form of currency for bartering with villagers, which became widely accepted. Another story claims the same prince began accepting knives as payment for small fines in place of legal ring money. Knife money may also have originated from sea traders from the Indian Ocean. (Credit: Wikipedia) This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks and landmarks worldwide for public access free. Scan the World is an open source community effort; if you have interesting items to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to find out how to help. Scanned: Photogrammetry (Processed using Agisoft PhotoScan)
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