1 Cash Zhouyuan Tongbao; inscription repeated ND
| Bronze | 3.86 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Later Zhou dynasty › Chai Rong "Shizong" (後周世宗) (954-959) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 955-959 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#211806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Four Chinese ideograms read top to bottom, right to left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, clerical script)
Lettering:
周
寶 通
元
Translation:
Zhou Yuan Tong Bao
Zhou's first currency
Edge
Plain
Comment
These coins were cast from melted bronze status from Buddhist temples.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during the reign of Emperor Taizu of Song, who was the founder of the Song Dynasty and ruled from 955 to 959. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during his reign and was made of bronze, weighing 3.86 grams.
