1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Thông Bảo; Regular script; contracted Bảo) ND (1740-1786) front 1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Thông Bảo; Regular script; contracted Bảo) ND (1740-1786) back
1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Thông Bảo; Regular script; contracted Bảo) ND (1740-1786) photo
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1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng Thông Bảo; Regular script; contracted Bảo ND

 
Copper 3.30 g 25 mm
Description
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
3.30 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#99272
Rarity index
78%

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 (1740-1786), features a unique blend of Chinese and Vietnamese characters on its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Thông Bảo" in Regular script, which is a style of Chinese calligraphy, while the reverse side features the contracted form "Bảo" in a more simplified script. This blend of scripts reflects the cultural influences of both China and Vietnam on the Empire's currency during that time period.