10 Cash - Qianyuan Zhongbao; with crescent ND
| Bronze | 6.39 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tang dynasty › Suzong (唐肅宗) (756-762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 758-759 |
| Value | 10 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.39 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#210889 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One crescent to the upper left.
Edge
Plain
Comment
These coins were issued in 758 to pay the army fighting the rebels. While these had high denominations, their weight did not reflect their values. In 762, these pieces were re-valued to reflect their weight at 2 Cash.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique crescent shape on one side, which was a distinctive feature of the Qianyuan currency introduced by Emperor Suzong of the Tang Dynasty in 758 CE. This design was meant to symbolize the harmony between the heaven and the earth, and it was a departure from the traditional round shape of Chinese coins. The use of bronze in minting this coin was also significant, as it marked a shift away from the use of iron and silver, which were previously used in Chinese coinage.
