1 Cash - Xiankang Yuanbao; with Shi ND
925 year| Bronze | 3.12 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Former Shu Kingdom (Ten Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Wang Yan (918-925) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 925 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (911-925) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.12 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#240016 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 示
Translation:
Shi
[Uncertain meaning]
Edge
Plain
Comment
Hartill says this piece has 'Wang (王) or Shi (示)'. While the mark on Hartill's example is not very clear, there is a bottom line, suggesting Shi; however, confirmation is needed on whether Hartill means both marks are possible, or if only one unclear mark exists.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used during the Ten Kingdoms period in ancient China, which was a time of great political fragmentation and cultural diversity. Despite being issued by a relatively minor kingdom, the Former Shu Kingdom, this coin was likely used in trade and commerce throughout the region, reflecting the complex economic networks that existed during this period. Additionally, the use of bronze in the coin's production speaks to the advanced metallurgical techniques that were developed in ancient China, which played a significant role in the kingdom's economic and technological development.