1 Cash - Jiayou (Yuanbao; Seal script) ND (1056-1063) front 1 Cash - Jiayou (Yuanbao; Seal script) ND (1056-1063) back
1 Cash - Jiayou (Yuanbao; Seal script) ND (1056-1063) photo
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1 Cash - Jiayou Yuanbao; Seal script ND

 
Bronze 3.67 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Northern Song dynasty › Renzong (宋仁宗) (1022-1063)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1056-1063
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.67 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#27414
Rarity index
68%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Chinese characters and symbols. On one side, it has the inscription "Jiayou" (佳佳又) in seal script, which is a rare and ancient form of Chinese writing. On the other side, it features the character "Yuanbao" (元宝), which means "original treasure" or "primitive treasure." This combination of characters and symbols makes the coin a valuable and interesting piece for collectors of ancient Chinese coins.