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1 Cash - Jianyan Tongbao; Seal script ND
| Bronze | 3.33 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Gaozong (宋高宗) (1127-1162) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1127-1130 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.33 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#216449 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Chinese and Tibetan influences in its design. The use of Seal script, also known as Tongbao, was a writing style used during the Song Dynasty, while the Jianyan character on the coin is a Tibetan symbol that represents "eternal life" or "eternal prosperity." This blend of cultures reflects the complex history of the Empire of China during this time period.
