1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Thông Bảo; Bạch) ND (1740-1776) front 1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Thông Bảo; Bạch) ND (1740-1776) back
1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Thông Bảo; Bạch) ND (1740-1776) photo
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1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng Thông Bảo; Bạch ND

 
Copper 3.33 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
3.33 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#321892
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

One Chinese ideogram below.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:

Translation:
Bạch
[Uncertain meaning]

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Cash coin from the Empire of Vietnam, which was minted between 1740 and 1776, features a unique blend of Chinese and Vietnamese characters on its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the Vietnamese phrase "Cảnh Hưng" (meaning "Prosperity and Good Fortune"), while the reverse side features the Chinese characters "Thông Bảo" (meaning "Generalissimo's Treasure"). This blend of languages and cultures reflects the complex history and cultural exchange between Vietnam and China during this time period.