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Charm Token Five Bats - 五蝠
| Location | Korea |
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| Year | 1800-1910 |
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| Period | 19th century |
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| Obverse description | Cast charm with a central square hole surrounded by a raised circular rim, with five bats in low relief arranged symmetrically in the field facing toward the center. The outer border is scalloped, echoing the form of a stylized flower or cloud motif, a traditional East Asian auspicious design symbolizing the Five Blessings (五福). |
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| Reverse description | Identical layout to the obverse, featuring five bats in low relief arranged around a central square hole with a raised circular rim. The scalloped outer border mirrors the obverse design, confirming the piece was cast with the same decorative device on both faces. |
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