1 Cash - Taichang Tongbao; with crescent ND
1620 year| Brass | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ming dynasty › Taichang (明光宗) (1620) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1620 |
| 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#222264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crescent at various locations.
Edge
Plain
Comment
While Taichang ruled for only one month, out of pity, the succeeding emperor continued to posthumously mint his coins during the first year of his range.Interesting fact
The 1 Cash coin from the Empire of China, which was issued during the reign of Emperor Taichang (1620) and features a crescent shape, was made of brass. This is notable because brass was a valuable material at the time, and the use of it in coinage was a sign of the coin's high value and importance. Additionally, the crescent shape was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Chinese culture, making this coin a unique and interesting piece of history.
