© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Cash - Guangzheng Tongbao; bronze ND
| Bronze | 2.81 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Later Shu Kingdom (Ten Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meng Chang (934-965) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 938-963 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (934-963) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.81 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#319647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used during the Later Shu Kingdom, which was a short-lived kingdom during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period in ancient China. Despite its brief existence, the kingdom was known for its advanced agriculture, sericulture, and porcelain production, which could be reflected in the design and craftsmanship of this coin.
