1 Cash - Qixiang Tongbao; Boo-chiowan ND
1861 year| Brass | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Tongzhi (同治帝) (1861-1875) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1861 |
| 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#226357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᠴᡳᠣᠸᠠᠨ
Translation: Boo-chiowan
Edge
Plain
Comment
When Tonghzi came to power in August of 1861, Qixiang was chosen as the original reign title, which was changed to Tongzhi in November after a coup. Few coins were cast with this reign title (and were only cast in August), and none were officially released for circulation.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1 Cash - Qixiang (Tongbao; Boo-chiowan) ND (1861) from Empire of China made of Brass is that it features a unique blend of traditional Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of the Chinese emperor, while the reverse side features a Western-style wreath and the denomination in Chinese characters. This blending of design styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between China and Western nations during the 19th century.
