| Stephen Album Rare Coins > Auction 48 | Auction date: 18 January 2024 |
| Lot number: 1346 Price realized: 1,000 USD (Approx. 922 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: WESTERN LIAO: AE Khitan pendant charm/amulet (44.77g), 46mm; dragon // archer on horseback, small animal below, with loop for suspension (a similar piece sold in our Auction 44, Lot 533); surface adhesion both sides (should be quite attractive after expert cleaning), F-VF, RR. The dynasty, also known as Qara Khitay state, was founded by Yelü Dashi, a member of the Liao royal family, who led the remnants of the Liao Dynasty to Central Asia after fleeing from the Jurchen conquest of their homeland in the North and Northeast of modern-day China. The empire was usurped by the Naimans under Küchlük in 1211. The empire was finally destroyed by the Mongol Empire in 1218. Estimate: 250-350 USD Starting price: 220 USD |  |
