© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Cash - Shaoxi Yuanbao; with year
| Bronze | 3.74 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Guangzong (宋光宗) (1189-1194) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1-5 (1190-1194) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Shaoxi era |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.74 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#140815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 三
Translation:
San
Year 3
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Southern Song Dynasty in ancient China, specifically in the Shaoxi region. It was made of bronze and had a standardized design, with the year of minting included on the coin. This coin was an important part of the monetary system during that time period and was used for everyday transactions.
