© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Cash - Chunxi Yuanbao; Seal script ND
| Bronze | 3.22 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Xiaozong (宋孝宗) (1162-1189) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1174-1179 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.22 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#216998 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One crescent above (facing up).
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 1180, numbers were added to the reverses to indicate the year of issue (which was said to reduce the amount of illegal casting). Presumably, coins without years were cast before the numbers were added.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of traditional Chinese characters and imagery, such as the seal script symbol for "cash" on one side, and a stylized dragon on the other. This combination of elements reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which it was created.
