1 Cash - Longxing Yuanbao; privately cast ND
| Bronze | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Xiaozong (宋孝宗) (1162-1189) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1163-1164 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#218434 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
There were seemingly no official small bronze pieces cast in this era.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Longxing (Yuanbao) coin is that it was privately cast, meaning it was not issued by the government or an official mint. Instead, it was produced by private individuals or businesses, which was a common practice during the Song Dynasty (960-1279) in China. This fact highlights the decentralized nature of currency production during that time period and the role that private enterprise played in the economy.