1 Cash - Xiangfu (Yuanbao; iron) ND (1008-1016) front 1 Cash - Xiangfu (Yuanbao; iron) ND (1008-1016) back
1 Cash - Xiangfu (Yuanbao; iron) ND (1008-1016) photo
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1 Cash - Xiangfu Yuanbao; iron ND

 
Iron - 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Northern Song dynasty › Zhenzong (宋真宗) (997-1022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1008-1016
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Iron
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#212888
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Comment

The full era name is Dazhongxiangfu.

Hartill does not list a nominal value, but says this is a 'medium sized' iron Cash. With 1 Cash iron pieces decreasing in size, this was likely a 1 Cash piece.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash - Xiangfu (Yuanbao; iron) ND (1008-1016) from Empire of China made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during the Northern Song Dynasty, which was a time of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design features a square hole in the center, which was used to string multiple coins together for ease of use in transactions. Additionally, the coin's iron composition made it durable and resistant to wear and tear, ensuring that it could withstand the rigors of daily use.