1 Cash - Honghua (Tongbao; with dot) ND (1679-1681) front 1 Cash - Honghua (Tongbao; with dot) ND (1679-1681) back
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1 Cash - Honghua Tongbao; with dot ND

 
Brass - 24 mm
Description
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
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#318353
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

One dot to the right.

Edge

Plain

Comment

This is attributed to the Yunnan Mint.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Honghua (Tongbao; with dot) ND (1679-1681) from Great Zhou dynasty (Dynastic rebels) made of Brass is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Tibetan elements. The coin's design includes a Tibetan-style dot in the center of the obverse side, surrounded by Chinese characters that read "Honghua Tongbao." This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the Great Zhou dynasty, which was established by a Tibetan king but eventually became a Chinese dynasty. This coin is a rare example of a currency that showcases the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during this time period.