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10 Cash - Dazhong Tongbao; Ji; with Shi ND
| Bronze | 30.21 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Great Zhong State (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1361-1368 |
| Value | 10 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1361-1368) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 30.21 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#320327 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above and one below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
濟
十
Translation:
Ji / Shi
Jinan (mint) / 10 Cash
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued by the Great Zhong State, which was a short-lived dynasty that emerged during the tumultuous period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms in ancient China. Despite its brief existence, the Great Zhong State was known for its innovative coinage system, which included the use of bronze coins like this one. The coin's design, featuring the characters "Tongbao" and "Ji" on opposite sides, was a distinctive feature of Great Zhong State coins and helped to distinguish them from other currencies in circulation at the time.
