1 Cash - Tiansheng Yuanbao; Regular script; with Xi ND
| Bronze | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Western Xia Empire (Tatar dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Renzong (1139-1193) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1149-1169 |
| Value | 1 Cash (10) |
| Currency | Cash (1053-1223) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#272197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above.
Lettering: 西
Translation:
Xi
West (for Western Xia)
Edge
Plain
Comment
While Hartill does not give a number for this type, it says there are two examples known.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Chinese character "Xi" (西) on its reverse side, which means "west" in Chinese. This suggests that the Western Xia Empire, which issued this coin, was aware of the importance of the Chinese language and culture, and wanted to emphasize its connection to the wider Chinese world.