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1 Cash - Qianyuan Zhongbao; iron ND
| Iron | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tang dynasty › Suzong (唐肅宗) (756-762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 759-762 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#210904 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Qianyuan (Zhongbao; iron) ND (759-762) from Empire of China made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during the Tang Dynasty, which was a time of significant economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design features the Chinese character "zhong" (中) on one side and the character "bao" (宝) on the other, which together mean "central treasure." This coin was widely used for transactions and was also used as a form of tribute to the emperor. Despite being made of iron, the coin was valued for its durability and portability, and it played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during this period.
