1 Cash - Thiên Phúc (Trấn Bảo; with Lê) ND (986-1005) front 1 Cash - Thiên Phúc (Trấn Bảo; with Lê) ND (986-1005) back
1 Cash - Thiên Phúc (Trấn Bảo; with Lê) ND (986-1005) photo
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1 Cash - Thiên Phúc Trấn Bảo; with Lê ND

 
Copper 3.30 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Lê Đại Hành (980-1005)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
986-1005
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (970-1868)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.30 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#97781
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

One Chinese ideogram above.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:

Translation:

Lê dynasty

Edge

Plain

Comment

These are said to have been cast in the 5th moon of the 5th year of Đại Hành (986); however, many sources give the full rang of Lê Hoàn's reign.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during the reign of Emperor Lê Đại Hành, who ruled the Empire of Vietnam from 980 to 1005 AD. This coin is a rare example of the currency used during his reign, and it features an inscription of the emperor's name, "Lê," on one side, and a image of a dragon on the other. The dragon symbolized the emperor's power and authority, and it was believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the people of Vietnam.