1 Cash - Nguyên Phong (Thông Bảo; Regular script) ND (1251-1258) front 1 Cash - Nguyên Phong (Thông Bảo; Regular script) ND (1251-1258) back
1 Cash - Nguyên Phong (Thông Bảo; Regular script) ND (1251-1258) photo
© Edward Toda; 1882. "Annam and Its Minor Currency". North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, Shanghai, China (CC0)

1 Cash - Nguyên Phong Thông Bảo; Regular script ND

 
Copper 3.21 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Trần Thái Tông (1225-1258)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1251-1258
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (970-1868)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.21 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#155453
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Cash coin from the Empire of Vietnam, which was minted during the reign of Emperor Nguyên Phong (Thông Bảo; Regular script) between 1251 and 1258, features a unique blend of traditional Vietnamese and Chinese design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Thông Bảo" in Regular script, while the reverse side features a stylized dragon motif surrounded by a circle of small dots. This blend of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between Vietnam and China during this period.