10 Cash Kaiyuan Tongbao; with dot; iron ND
922 year| Iron | 22.34 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Min Kingdom (Ten Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Wang Shenzhi (909-925) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 922 |
| Value | 10 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (916-945) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 22.34 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#319621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One dot above.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins during that time period. Most coins were made of copper, silver, or gold, but the use of iron was likely a result of a shortage of these other metals or a deliberate choice to create a distinctive currency. The use of iron also made the coin more durable and resistant to wear and tear, which could have made it a popular choice for everyday transactions.
