1 Cash - Daoguang Tongbao; Boo-san ND
| Brass | 4.6 g | 24 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 |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#13108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᠰᠠᠨ
Translation: Boo-san
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Daoguang (Tongbao; Boo-san) ND (1821-1850) from Empire of China made of Brass weighing 4.6 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the Daoguang Emperor's reign, who ruled China from 1820 to 1850. This coin was widely used in trade and commerce, and its design and weight were standardized to ensure consistency and authenticity. Despite being made of brass, which is a relatively inexpensive metal, the coin was still considered valuable and played an important role in the economy of China during that time.
