© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Cash - Tiansheng Yuanbao; Seal script; iron ND
| Iron | 6.66 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Northern Song dynasty › Renzong (宋仁宗) (1022-1063) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1023-1031 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 6.66 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#212892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
These have are a reduced weight of the previous iron coins.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of copper, silver or gold. The use of iron as a material for coins was likely a result of a shortage of other metals or a deliberate choice to create a distinctive currency. This choice of material also made the coin more durable and resistant to wear and tear, which could have made it a popular choice for everyday transactions.
