Horse Token Shangrui Institute Run Number Five Horse Token - Design: Medal with a horse design - Material: Metal - Tassel Colors: Red and blue tassels - Shape: Circular medal - Usage: Decorative item or collector's item Size: Diameter 9.1cm This is a metal token called a "Mape" (Horse Token), used by officials of the Joseon Dynasty when they were dispatched to the provinces by royal order for identification and to requisition horses. The inscription "Shangrui Institute" (Sansowon) is engraved on it. The characters "Yongzheng Eight Years June" correspond to around July 1730. Because five horses are depicted, it is called the "Five Horse Token." Nowadays, it is also known as a lucky charm for success and advancement. Thank you for viewing.