1 Cash - Bảo Thái (Thông Bảo) ND (1720-1729) front 1 Cash - Bảo Thái (Thông Bảo) ND (1720-1729) back
1 Cash - Bảo Thái (Thông Bảo) ND (1720-1729) photo
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1 Cash - Bảo Thái Thông Bảo ND

 
Copper 2.54 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Lê Dụ Tông (1705-1729)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1720-1729
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (970-1868)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.54 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#322131
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Comment

Additional images:

© Edward Toda; 1882. "Annam and Its Minor Currency". North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, Shanghai, China

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Cash - Bảo Thái (Thông Bảo) ND (1720-1729) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was made of copper, which was a common material used for coinage during that time period. Copper was chosen for its durability and affordability, making it an ideal choice for everyday transactions. Despite its widespread use, copper coins like the 1 Cash - Bảo Thái (Thông Bảo) ND (1720-1729) are now highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity.