© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG
© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG
10 Cash - Chongning Zhongbao; iron ND
| Iron | 8.93 g | 34 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 | Iron |
| Weight | 8.93 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#216050 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
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 made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of copper, silver or gold. The use of iron as a material for coins was likely a result of a shortage of other metals or a deliberate choice to create a distinctive and durable currency. This fact highlights the resourcefulness and innovation of the Empire of China in minting coins during that period.
