because they can string them on rope as not to lose them.
There are many old Chinese coins that have a square hole in them. These coins could date back 2400 years ago.
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One well-known coin with a hole in the middle is the Chinese "cash" coin, traditionally made of bronze or brass. These coins typically feature a square hole at the center, which allowed them to be strung together on a cord for easy transport. The design symbolizes good fortune and prosperity. Similar coins can also be found in other cultures, such as the Japanese "mon" coins.
Chinese.
The China Coin or rather, the Chinese Coin was a coin used for cash. The cash coins began through bartering for farming tools and agriculture products. The coins have a hole through the middle and they are strung on a string and carried over the shoulder.
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The Ancient Chinese were the first to use coins.
a hole
The Japanese coin that has a square hole in it is the 5 yen coin. The design of the coin includes a central cutout that is square-shaped. The 5 yen coin is made out of a lightweight metal and has a unique design compared to other Japanese coins.
The China Coin or rather, the Chinese Coin was a coin used for cash. The cash coins began through bartering for farming tools and agriculture products. The coins have a hole through the middle and they are strung on a string and carried over the shoulder.
Not Japanese
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