1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Đại Bảo) ND (1740-1776) front 1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Đại Bảo) ND (1740-1776) back
1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Đại Bảo) ND (1740-1776) photo
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1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng Đại Bảo ND

 
Copper 3.10 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Lê Hiển Tông (1740-1786)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1740-1776
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (970-1868)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.10 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#98307
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Cash coin from the Empire of Vietnam, which was minted during the reign of Emperor Cảnh Hưng (Đại Bảo) from 1740 to 1776, features a unique design that reflects the cultural and historical significance of the time. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Đại Bảo" (meaning "Great Treasure" in Vietnamese) and the reverse side features a stylized dragon, which symbolizes power and good luck in Vietnamese culture. The coin's design was influenced by Chinese culture, which had a significant impact on Vietnamese art, literature, and architecture during that period.