1 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; with crescent) ND (1621-1627) front 1 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; with crescent) ND (1621-1627) back
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1 Cash - Tianqi Tongbao; with crescent ND

 
Brass - 24 mm
Description
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
24 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#222388
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crescent at various locations.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; with crescent) ND (1621-1627) from Empire of China made of Brass is that it features a unique crescent-shaped design on one side, which was a new design element introduced during the Tianqi era (1621-1627) of the Ming dynasty. This design was meant to symbolize the harmony between the moon and the earth, and it was believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the people who used the coin.