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1 Cash - Tongzhi Tongbao; Boo-tai; privately cast ND
| Brass | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Tongzhi (同治帝) (1861-1875) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1862-1874 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#226547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᡨᠠᡳ
Translation: Boo-tai
Edge
Plain
Comment
There are no imperial records of this mint being in operation during Tongzhi's reign, meaning these were likely privately cast.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tongzhi coin is that it was privately cast, meaning that it was not officially minted by the government but rather by private individuals or organizations. This was a common practice during the Tongzhi era, as the government was unable to meet the demand for currency, leading to the emergence of private minting operations. Despite being privately cast, the Tongzhi coin remained a widely accepted form of currency throughout the Empire of China during its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1862-1874) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cash - Tongzhi (Tongbao; Boo-tai; privately cast) ND (1862-1874) coin.
