1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng Thông Bảo; Công ND
| Copper | 3.60 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Lê Hiển Tông (1740-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1740-1786 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (970-1868) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.60 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#99269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 工
Translation:
Công
[For Ministry of Works]
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during the reign of Emperor Cảnh Hưng (also known as Thông Bảo or Công) of the Empire of Vietnam, who ruled from 1740 to 1786. This coin was part of a new currency system introduced by the emperor to replace the old bartering system and to promote trade and commerce in the country. The coin was made of copper and had a weight of 3.60 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of the empire and was widely used for transactions and trade.
