© Ollisaarinen (CC BY)
© Ollisaarinen (CC BY)
1 Cash Zhouyuan Tongbao; with dot ND
| Bronze | 3.45 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 | 3.45 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#211808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Dot.
Edge
Plain
Comment
These coins were cast from melted bronze status from Buddhist temples.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Cash (Zhouyuan Tongbao; with dot) ND (955-959) from Empire of China made of Bronze weighing 3.45 g 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 dot in the center of the reverse side, which was used to indicate that it was issued by the central government, and its bronze composition made it a durable and practical choice for everyday transactions. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during a significant period in Chinese history.
