Coins made prior to the 14th century and not known to be the direct products of excavations, finds or archaeological sites
Collections and collectors’ pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest: > Collections and collectors’ pieces of numismatic interest: > Of an age exceeding 100 years > Coins made prior to the 14th century and not known to be the direct products of excavations, finds or archaeological sites
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 9705.31.00.01
Byzantine Solidus of Emperor Justinian I
A gold coin minted during the reign of Emperor Justinian I (527-565 AD) in Constantinople, featuring his portrait and a cross on steps. This Byzantine solidus qualifies under HTS 9705.31.00.01 as a pre-14th century coin of numismatic interest exceeding 100 years, not derived from known archaeological excavations. Its historical significance lies in representing early medieval Byzantine currency.
Frankish Denier of Charlemagne
A silver denier struck circa 793-812 AD under Charlemagne, king of the Franks, bearing a cross and monogram. Classified under HTS 9705.31.00.01 due to its pre-14th century origin, age exceeding 100 years, and numismatic value without ties to specific digs. It exemplifies Carolingian monetary reform.
Anglo-Saxon Silver Penny of Alfred the Great
Silver penny minted around 880 AD during Alfred the Great's reign, with a cross and legend 'AELFRED REX.' This coin fits HTS 9705.31.00.01 as a pre-14th century numismatic piece over 100 years old, not from archaeological sites. It holds historical interest for Viking Age English coinage.
Abbasid Gold Dinar of Harun al-Rashid
Gold dinar issued circa 786-809 AD by Abbasid Caliph Harun al-Rashid, inscribed with Islamic declarations and mint mark. Under HTS 9705.31.00.01 for its pre-14th century age, numismatic interest, and lack of excavation provenance. Iconic for Islamic Golden Age economics.
Viking Age Silver Kufic Coin
Silver dirham imitation minted circa 850-900 AD in Viking Scandinavia, copying Abbasid Kufic script. Qualifies for HTS 9705.31.00.01 as a pre-14th century coin of numismatic value, over 100 years, without excavation links. Represents Norse trade with the Islamic world.
Merovingian Tremissis Gold Coin
Small gold tremissis from 6th-7th century Frankish Merovingian kingdom, often imitating Byzantine types. HTS 9705.31.00.01 applies to this pre-14th century numismatic collectible exceeding 100 years, not from sites. Key to early medieval European monetary history.
Early Medieval English Cut Halfpenny
Cut silver halfpenny from 10th-13th century England, derived by clipping full pennies. Falls under HTS 9705.31.00.01 for pre-14th century numismatic interest, age over 100 years, non-archaeological. Illustrates medieval debasement practices.
Carolingian Silver Denier of Louis the Pious
Silver denier minted 814-840 AD under Carolingian emperor Louis the Pious, with Christian cross. HTS 9705.31.00.01 for pre-14th century, 100+ year old numismatic piece without site provenance. Evidence of post-Charlemagne empire coinage.
Norman Conquest Silver Penny of William I
Hammered silver penny circa 1066-1087 AD from reign of William the Conqueror, cross and voided crescent type. Classed in HTS 9705.31.00.01 as pre-14th century numismatic collectible, over 100 years, non-excavated. Marks pivotal English dynastic change.
Crusader Gold Bezant Imitation
12th century gold bezant struck by Crusader states in Levant, copying Fatimid dinars. HTS 9705.31.00.01 covers this pre-14th century coin of numismatic interest, 100+ years, private market origin. Symbolizes Latin Kingdom economics.