1 Cash - Quang Trung Thông Bảo; with An Nam ND
| Copper | 3.50 g | 25 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 | 3.50 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#97934 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram to the right and one to the left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, seal script)
Lettering: 南安
Lettering (regular font): 南安
Translation:
An Nam
Vietnam
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Cash coin from the Empire of Vietnam, which features Quang Trung (Thông Bảo; with An Nam) on one side and the Vietnamese dragon on the other, was actually modeled after the Chinese Qing dynasty's coins. This is evident in the coin's design, which includes the square hole in the center, a characteristic feature of Chinese coins at the time. Despite being influenced by Chinese design, the coin still maintains its own unique Vietnamese style and symbolism, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
