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1 Cash - Daoguang Tongbao; Boo-jin ND
| Brass | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Daoguang (道光帝) (1820-1850) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1821-1850 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#45611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᠵᡳᠨ
Translation: Boo-jin
Edge
Plain
Comment
This mint was closed between 1830 and 1843.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Daoguang (Tongbao; Boo-jin) ND (1821-1850) from Empire of China made of Brass is that it was used as a form of currency during the Daoguang Emperor's reign, who was known for his efforts to modernize China and expand its economy. Despite being made of brass, the coin was valued at a high level, with 1000 cash coins equal to one tael of silver. This coin is a testament to the advanced economic system of ancient China and its ability to create a standardized form of currency that was widely accepted and used in trade.
