1 Cash - Chunyou Tongbao; trial strike ND
| Bronze | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Lizong (宋理宗) (1224-1264) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1241-1252 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#221166 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
This are trial strikes that were never put into circulation.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Cash - Chunyou (Tongbao; trial strike) ND (1241-1252) from Empire of China made of Bronze is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Tibetan elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Chunyou" in Chinese characters, while the reverse side features the Tibetan mantra "Om Mani Padme Hum" surrounded by a floral design. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the Empire of China during the 13th century, when Tibetan Buddhism was gaining popularity among the Chinese population.
