1 Cash - Xianfeng Tongbao; Boo-yūn; with crescent and circle ND
| Brass | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Xianfeng (咸豐帝) (1850-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1854-1861 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#226350 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole, all with circle above and crescent below.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᠶᡡᠨ
Translation: Boo-yūn
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Xianfeng Tongbao coin is that it was the first coin to feature a crescent and circle design, which was a departure from the traditional Chinese coin design that featured a square hole in the center. This design change was introduced by the Qing dynasty's Emperor Xianfeng, who ruled from 1850 to 1861, and it was meant to symbolize the harmony between the moon and the sun. The coin was also made of brass, which was a more durable material than the traditional copper used in earlier Chinese coins.