1 Cash - Pingjing (Shengbao; You Ying) ND (1857-1858) front 1 Cash - Pingjing (Shengbao; You Ying) ND (1857-1858) back
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1 Cash - Pingjing Shengbao; You Ying ND

 
Brass - 25 mm
Description
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
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#318188
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideograms read right to left.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering: 营右

Translation:
You Ying
Right 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; You 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 coin's design features a unique combination of traditional Chinese symbols and elements, such as the dragon, phoenix, and plum blossom, which were meant to symbolize the society's values and goals. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and valuable, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.