© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Cash - Daming Tongbao; Shuai ND
| Brass | 3.80 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Southern Ming regimes (Empire of China) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1646 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 3.80 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#320360 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram at various locations.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 帥
Translation:
Shuai
Commander
Edge
Plain
Comment
These were cast by Zhu Changfang, who reigned as "Administrator of the Kingdom" rather than Emperor. These were cast somewhere in Zhejiang.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during a time of great turmoil in China, known as the Ming-Qing transition. The Southern Ming regime was established by the Ming dynasty's last emperor, Emperor Yongli, after the Manchu people, led by the Qing dynasty, had conquered much of northern China. The coin's production was likely a response to the need for currency to support the Southern Ming regime's economy and military efforts. Despite the challenges of this time period, the coin's design and craftsmanship are still admired today for their beauty and historical significance.
