1 Cash - Xianfeng Tongbao; Boo-chuwan; large type; pattern ND
1851 year| Brass | - | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Xianfeng (咸豐帝) (1850-1861) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1851 |
| 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#226256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᠴᡠᠸᠠᠨ
Translation: Boo-chuwan
Edge
Plain
Comment
This is only found as a pattern.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Cash - Xianfeng (Tongbao; Boo-chuwan; large type; pattern) ND (1851) from Empire of China made of Brass is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin features a traditional Chinese dragon, while the reverse side features a Western-style wreath and the denomination "1 Cash" in Chinese characters. This blending of design styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between China and Europe during the 19th century.
