1 Cash - Shengsong Yuanbao; Seal script; Shang; iron ND
| Iron | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Northern Song dynasty › Huizong (宋徽宗) (1100-1125) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1101-1106 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#216386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 上
Translation:
Shang
Changzhi (city)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Because the first era name of Huizong was too long (Jianzhongjingguo), the dynastic title Shengsong was used instead. And because small Chongning coins are scarce (2nd era of Huizong, 1102-1106), it is likely these Shengsong coins were produced into the Chongning era as well.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Shengsong (Yuanbao; Seal script; Shang; iron) ND (1101-1106) from Empire of China made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during the Northern Song dynasty, which was a time of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design features a seal script character for "sheng" which means "victory" or "auspicious" and was believed to bring good luck to the bearer. Additionally, the use of iron as the material for the coin was a significant innovation at the time, as it was a more durable and practical alternative to the traditional use of copper or silver.