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1 Cash - Shunzhi Tongbao; Chinese reverse with Yi Li; Ning ND
| Brass | 3.61 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 | 3.61 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#222991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram to the right and two to the left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
一
厘 寧
Translation:
Ning / Yi Li
Jiangning (mint) / 1 Li (1/1000 of a Liang of silver; weight of 1 Cash)
Edge
Plain
Comment
DocTongDotsInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during the reign of the Shunzhi Emperor, who was the third emperor of the Qing dynasty and ruled from 1644 to 1661. This coin was minted during a time of great change and cultural exchange between China and Europe, as the Qing dynasty was established by the Manchu people from northeastern China and expanded its territories through military conquests. The coin's design features a combination of traditional Chinese characters and imagery, such as the Chinese dragon, phoenix, and plum blossom, alongside European-style ornamentation, reflecting the cultural exchange and blending of traditions that occurred during this time period.
