1 Cash - Longxing Yuanbao; Regular script; iron ND
| Iron | - | 23 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 | Iron |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#218436 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Longxing (Yuanbao; Regular script; iron) ND (1163-1164) coin from the Empire of China 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 in coinage was likely a response to a shortage of other metals, and it is believed that the iron used in these coins was obtained from the smelting of iron weapons and tools. This coin is a rare example of a coin made of a non-precious metal, and its unique composition makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.