1 Cash - Shunzhi Tongbao; Chinese reverse; Xin ND
| Brass | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Shunzhi (顺治帝) (1643-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1645 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#223273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 新
Translation:
Xin
New (mint)
Edge
Plain
Comment
These coins are much smaller and lighter than the other types with the Chinese reverses, so Hartill suggests these fit in with the first coins of Shunzhi (1644-1645).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Shunzhi Tongbao coin is that it was produced during a time of great change and turmoil in China. The Shunzhi Emperor ruled from 1644 to 1661, and his reign marked the beginning of the Qing dynasty, which was the last imperial dynasty in China. The coin was minted in brass, which was a common material for coins at the time, and it features a unique blend of Chinese and Manchu designs on its reverse side. Despite its age, the Shunzhi Tongbao coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians, offering a glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of 17th-century China.
