1 Cash - Jiading Yuanbao; Li Zhou; iron ND
| Iron | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Ningzong (宋寧宗) (1194-1224) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1208-1224 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#221104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms above and one below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
州利
一
Translation:
Li Zhou / Yi
Lizhou (city) / Value 1
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Jiading Yuanbao coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice for coins at that time, as most coins were made of copper, silver, or gold. The use of iron was likely a deliberate choice by the government to make the coin more durable and resistant to wear and tear, as well as to make it harder to counterfeit. This decision demonstrates the innovative and forward-thinking approach of the Empire of China's government during that time period.
