1 Cash - Xianfeng Tongbao; Boo-he; iron ND
| Iron | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Xianfeng (咸豐帝) (1850-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1854-1859 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#226025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᡥᠣ᠋
Translation: Boo-he
Edge
Plain
Comment
DocTongHeadInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Xianfeng (Tongbao; Boo-he; iron) ND (1854-1859) coin from the Empire of China is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice for coins at that time, as most coins were made of precious metals like silver or gold. The use of iron was likely a response to the economic pressures of the time, as the government was facing a shortage of precious metals. This coin is a unique example of how governments have adapted their currency to fit the needs of their economy throughout history.
