10 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; with Shi and dot) ND (1621-1627) front 10 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; with Shi and dot) ND (1621-1627) back
10 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; with Shi and dot) ND (1621-1627) photo
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10 Cash - Tianqi Tongbao; with Shi and dot ND

 
Brass 20.78 g 47 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Ming dynasty › Tianqi (明熹宗) (1620-1627)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1621-1627
Value
10 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Brass
Weight
20.78 g
Diameter
47 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#222275
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value above and dot below.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:

Translation:
Shi
10 Cash

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of the Tianqi Emperor, who was the 14th emperor of the Ming dynasty in China. He ruled from 1620 to 1627, and his reign was marked by political turmoil, economic difficulties, and natural disasters. Despite these challenges, the Tianqi Emperor continued to issue coins like this one, which were used as a means of exchange and commerce throughout the empire.