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1 Cash - Qianyuan Zhongbao; with crescent ND
| Bronze | 3.31 g | 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 | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.31 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#47310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
One or multiple crescents at various locations.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Qianyuan (Zhongbao; with crescent) ND (759-762) from Empire of China made of Bronze weighing 3.31 g is that it features a unique crescent shape on one side, which was a distinctive feature of coins issued during the Qianyuan era (759-762 CE) of the Tang Dynasty. This design was used to distinguish the coin from other currencies in circulation at the time and to symbolize the prosperity and growth of the Tang Dynasty.
