1 Cash - Qianlong (Tongbao; Boo-tai) ND (1740-1749) front 1 Cash - Qianlong (Tongbao; Boo-tai) ND (1740-1749) back
1 Cash - Qianlong (Tongbao; Boo-tai) ND (1740-1749) photo
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1 Cash - Qianlong Tongbao; Boo-tai ND

 
Brass - 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Qing dynasty › Qianlong (乾隆帝) (1735-1796)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1740-1749
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Brass
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#45598
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.

Script: Mongolian / Manchu

Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᡨᠠᡳ

Translation: Boo-tai

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Qianlong (Tongbao; Boo-tai) ND (1740-1749) from Empire of China made of Brass is that it was used as a form of currency during the Qianlong Emperor's reign, who was known for his extensive military campaigns and territorial expansion, which led to a significant increase in the production of coins to support the growing economy.