© Edward Toda; 1882. "Annam and Its Minor Currency". North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, Shanghai, China (CC0)
© Edward Toda; 1882. "Annam and Its Minor Currency". North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, Shanghai, China (CC0)
1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng Tống Bảo ND
| Copper | 3.59 g | 24 mm |
| 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 | 3.59 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#321812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Tống Bảo) ND (1740-1776) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was made of copper, which was a common material used for coinage during that time period. Copper was chosen for its durability and affordability, making it an ideal choice for everyday transactions. Despite its widespread use, copper coins like the 1 Cash - Cảnh Hưng (Tống Bảo) ND (1740-1776) are now highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity.
