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1 Cash - Honghua Tongbao; Gong ND
| Brass | 4.28 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Great Zhou dynasty (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Wu Shifan (1678-1681) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1679-1681 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1674-1681) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4.28 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#318352 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram to the right.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 工
Unabridged legend: Gōng
Translation:
Gong
[For Ministry of Public Works]
Edge
Plain
Comment
While this references the Ministry of Public Works Mint, it was likely cast at the Yunnan Mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political upheaval in China, specifically during the Great Zhou dynasty (Dynastic rebels) period. Despite the political instability, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and design, showcasing the resilience and skill of the artisans who created it.
