© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Cash - Shunzhi Tongbao; Chinese reverse with Yi Li; He ND
| Brass | 4.10 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Shunzhi (顺治帝) (1643-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1653-1657 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4.10 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#222989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram to the right and two to the left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
一
厘 河
Translation:
He / Yi Li
Henan (mint) / 1 Li (1/1000 of a Liang of silver; weight of 1 Cash)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Manchu symbols, reflecting the cultural blend of the Qing dynasty, which ruled China at the time. The obverse side of the coin bears the Manchu character "Tongbao" (通寶), meaning "circulating treasure," while the reverse side features the Chinese characters "Yi Li" (一利) and "He" (和), which represent the unity and harmony of the different ethnic groups under the Qing rule. This blend of cultures is a distinct characteristic of Qing-era coins and sets them apart from coins of other dynasties.
