1 Cash - Shaoxi (Tongbao; Seal script; Tong; iron) 3 (1192) front 1 Cash - Shaoxi (Tongbao; Seal script; Tong; iron) 3 (1192) back
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1 Cash - Shaoxi Tongbao; Seal script; Tong; iron

3 (1192) year
Iron - 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Southern Song dynasty › Guangzong (宋光宗) (1189-1194)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
3 (1192)
Calendar
Chinese - Shaoxi era
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Iron
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#218542
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

One Chinese ideogram above and one below.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:

Translation:
Tong / San
Tong'an (mint) / Year 3

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Shaoxi (Tongbao; Seal script; Tong; iron) 3 (1192) from Empire of China made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during the Southern Song dynasty, which was a period of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design, featuring the characters "Tong Bao" in seal script, signifies the coin's denomination and issuing authority, and the iron material used in its production was a common choice for coins during this time period due to its durability and availability. Despite being made of a relatively inexpensive material, the coin's historical significance and rarity make it a valuable collector's item today.