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1 Cash - Qiantong Yuanbao ND
| Bronze | 3.39 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Liao dynasty (Tatar dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tianzuo (1101-1125) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1101-1110 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (916-1120) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.39 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#272035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Liao dynasty, which was a time of great cultural and economic exchange between China and other parts of Asia. The coin's design features a unique blend of Chinese and Tatar influences, reflecting the multicultural nature of the society that used it. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin reflects the advanced metallurgical techniques that were developed during this time period.
