10 Cash - Sure Manchu script; type 1 ND
| Brass | 33.43 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Later Jin dynasty (Empire of China) |
|---|---|
| Khan | Hong Taiji (1626-1636) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1627-1631 |
| Value | 10 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1616-1631) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 33.43 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#272297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Manchu word above and two to the right.
Script: Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering:
ᠵᡠᠸᠠᠨ᠋
ᡝᠮᡠ
ᠶᠠᠨ᠋
Translation:
Juwan emu yan
10 Cash / 1 Liang (of silver)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Type 1 differs from Type 2 in the location of Juwan on the reverse, and that Type 1 does not have a dot to the left of Ni while Type 2 does.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Chinese and Manchu cultures. The Manchu script on the coin, which is a type of writing system used by the Manchu people, reflects the influence of the Manchu Empire on the Chinese culture during the Later Jin dynasty. This coin is a representation of the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during this time period.
