© Edward Toda; 1882. "Annam and Its Minor Currency". North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, Shanghai, China (CC0)
© Edward Toda; 1882. "Annam and Its Minor Currency". North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, Shanghai, China (CC0)
1 Cash - Quang Trung Thông Bảo; different Bảo ND
| Copper | 2.61 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Quang Trung (1788-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1788-1792 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (970-1868) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.61 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#321738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Cash coin from the Empire of Vietnam, which features Quang Trung (Thông Bảo; different Bảo) on one side and the year ND (1788-1792) on the other, was made of copper and weighed 2.61 grams. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin played an important role in the economy of Vietnam during the late 18th century, as it was widely used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the country's independence and sovereignty.
