© Edward Toda; 1882. "Annam and Its Minor Currency". North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, Shanghai, China (CC0)
© Edward Toda; 1882. "Annam and Its Minor Currency". North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, Shanghai, China (CC0)
1 Cash - Bảo Thái Thông Bảo; with crescent and dot ND
| Copper | 2.62 g | 24 mm |
| 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 | 2.62 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#322133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
One crescent to the left and one dot to the right.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique crescent and dot design on one side, which is believed to represent the Islamic influence on the Empire of Vietnam during the 18th century. This design element is not commonly found on coins from other parts of the world, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
