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1 Cash Hanyuan Tongbao; with crescent ND
| Bronze | 3.78 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 948-951 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.78 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#211804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
One crescent at various locations.
Edge
Plain
Comment
According to Hartill, while there is no specific record for Hanyuan Tongbaos being minted, in 948, the President of the Department of Imperial Feasts requested permission to set up a mint in Kaifeng, Hunan.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash (Hanyuan Tongbao; with crescent) ND (948-951) from Empire of China made of Bronze weighing 3.78 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the Northern Song Dynasty, which was a time of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design, featuring a crescent shape and a square hole in the center, was meant to prevent counterfeiting and to make it easier to distinguish from other coins in circulation. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during this period of Chinese history.
