1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng Thông Bảo; Sơn Tây ND
| Copper | 3.50 g | 24 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 | 3.50 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#97826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram to the right and one to the left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 西山
Translation: Sơn Tây (Province)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during the reign of Emperor Cảnh Hưng (Thông Bảo; Sơn Tây) 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 weighed 3.50 grams, which was a significant improvement over the previous currency system that used cowry shells and other objects as mediums of exchange. This coin played an important role in the economic development of Vietnam during that time and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
