1 Cash - Zhenghe (Tongbao; Clerical script; with crescent and dot; iron) ND (1111-1118) front 1 Cash - Zhenghe (Tongbao; Clerical script; with crescent and dot; iron) ND (1111-1118) back
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1 Cash - Zhenghe Tongbao; Clerical script; with crescent and dot; iron ND

 
Iron - 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Northern Song dynasty › Huizong (宋徽宗) (1100-1125)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1111-1118
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Iron
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#215668
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

One crescent below (facing up) and one dot above.

Edge

Plain

Comment

In 1110, many tin-alloy mints were closed.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and scripts. The coin bears the inscription "Zhenghe Tongbao" in clerical script, which was a rare and ancient form of Chinese writing. Additionally, the coin features a crescent and dot symbol, which was a common motif in ancient Chinese coinage and is believed to represent the moon and the sun. The use of these symbols and scripts on the coin reflects the cultural and historical significance of the Empire of China during the time period in which it was minted.