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1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng Thông Bảo; Trung ND
| Copper | 2.61 g | 23 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 | 2.61 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#113853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram at various locations.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 中
Translation:
Trung
Trung Đô Phủ (Central Metropolitan District)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Cash coin from the Empire of Vietnam, which was minted during the reign of Emperor Cảnh Hưng (Thông Bảo; Trung) between 1740 and 1786, features a unique blend of traditional Vietnamese and Chinese design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Thông Bảo" in Vietnamese, while the reverse side features a Chinese-style dragon surrounded by the words "Cảnh Hưng" and "Trung" in Vietnamese and Chinese characters, respectively. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange between Vietnam and China during this time period.
