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1 Cash - Pingjing Shengbao; Qian Ying ND
| Brass | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Guangdong Triad Society (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1857-1858 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1851-1858) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#318184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms read right to left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 营前
Translation:
Qian Ying
Rear camp
Edge
Plain
Comment
"Restorer of Peace" was the title Li Wenmao gave himself after occupying Liuzhou in Guangxi, 1857. He was defeated the following year.The "Ying" means camp or garrison, which refers to the divisions of the Triad Society's guerilla armies.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Pingjing (Shengbao; Qian Ying) ND (1857-1858) from Guangdong Triad Society (Dynastic rebels) made of Brass is that it was used as a form of currency by the Guangdong Triad Society, a secret society that was active in the 19th century in China. The society was known for its involvement in various rebellions and uprisings against the ruling Qing dynasty, and the coin was likely used to finance their activities. The use of a unique currency like this coin helped to facilitate financial transactions and communication within the society, while also avoiding detection by the authorities.
