1 Cash - Yongzheng Tongbao; Boo-jin ND
| Brass | - | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Yongzheng (雍正帝) (1722-1735) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1729-1735 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#223602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering: ᠪᠣᠣ ᠵᡳᠨ
Translation: Boo-jin
Edge
Plain
Comment
DocTongDotsInteresting fact
The Yongzheng coin was part of a significant change in Chinese currency during the Qing dynasty. The Yongzheng Emperor, who ruled from 1722 to 1735, introduced a new currency system that replaced the old system of cowry shells and other objects used as currency with a standardized system of coins made of brass, silver, and gold. This change helped to stabilize the economy and promote trade, and it also led to the creation of many beautiful and collectible coins like the one .
