© 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; with Nhất Chánh ND
| Copper | 2.56 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 | 2.56 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#321737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above and one below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
一
正
Translation:
Nhất Chánh
1 Cash / [Uncertain meaning]
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Cash coin from the Empire of Vietnam, which features Quang Trung (Thông Bảo; with Nhất Chánh) on one side and Nhất Chánh on the other, was actually a reproduction of a Chinese coin called the "Qianlong Tongbao" that was minted during the Qing dynasty. This coin was used as a means of currency in Vietnam during the late 18th century, specifically between 1788 and 1792. Despite being a reproduction, the Quang Trung coin still holds significant historical value and is highly sought after by collectors today.
