1 Cash - Qianlong Tongbao; Boo-u; with dot ND
| Brass | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Qianlong (乾隆帝) (1735-1796) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1743-1785 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#224100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole, all with dot at various locations.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᡠ
Translation: Boo-u
Edge
Plain
Comment
Wuchang, Hubei.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Qianlong (Tongbao; Boo-u; with dot) ND (1743-1785) 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 trade and commerce within the empire. As a result, the demand for coins like this one increased, and it became an important symbol of the empire's economic power and influence.
