1 Cash - Tianqi Tongbao; Taichang reverse ND
| Brass | - | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ming dynasty › Tianqi (明熹宗) (1620-1627) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1627 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#222403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four Chinese ideograms read top to bottom, right to left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
泰
寶 通
昌
Translation:
Tai Chang Tong Bao
Taichang (Emperor) / Universal currency
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tianqi (Tongbao; Taichang reverse) ND (1621-1627) coin from the Empire of China made of Brass is that it was produced during a time of great economic growth and cultural flourishing in China, known as the "Tianqi Era" or "Tianqi Golden Age." This period saw significant advancements in agriculture, industry, and trade, as well as the development of new forms of art, literature, and architecture. The coin itself is a reflection of this prosperity, as it was minted to facilitate the growing economy and to promote the use of a standardized currency across the empire.
