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1 Cash Taiping Shengbao / Tianguo ND
| Brass | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Taiping Heavenly Kingdom (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| King | Hong Xiuquan (1851-1864) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1861-1864 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1853-1864) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#318081 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms read right to left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 國天
Translation:
Tian Guo
Heavenly Kingdom
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Taiping Shengbao/Tianguo 1 Cash coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in China. The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, led by Hong Xiuquan, was a dynastic rebellion that sought to overthrow the ruling Qing dynasty and establish a new, more just society. Despite the turmoil, the Taiping government was able to establish a functioning monetary system, with the 1 Cash coin being one of the coins minted during this time. The coin's design features a unique combination of Chinese characters and Western-style imagery, reflecting the blending of cultures and influences during this period of Chinese history.
