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10 Cash - Chongning Tongbao; inscription repeated ND
| Bronze | 12.25 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Northern Song dynasty › Huizong (宋徽宗) (1100-1125) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1103-1105 |
| Value | 10 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.25 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#216058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Four Chinese ideograms read clockwise (in Slender Gold script).
Script: Chinese (traditional, slender gold script)
Lettering:
崇
寶 寧
通
Translation:
Chong Ning Tong Bao
Chongning (2nd era of Huizong, 1102-1106) / Universal currency
Designer: Song Huizong
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Slender Gold script was the personal calligraphy style of the Emperor.In 1102, 5 Cash coins were issued, and in the following year, 10 Cash coins were issued. In 1104, the 1 and 5 Cash pieces were abolished, leaving a sole reliance on the 10 Cash pieces, but those were deemed to be insufficient. In 1105, casting of the 10 Cash pieces was halted.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during the reign of Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty, who was known for his love of art and culture. As a result, the coin features intricate calligraphy and design elements that reflect the cultural achievements of the time.
