© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
10 Cash - Zhizheng Tongbao ND
| Bronze | 30.38 g | 47 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Yuan dynasty › Ukhaghatu Khan "Huizong" (元惠宗) (1333-1368) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1350-1368 |
| Value | 10 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 30.38 g |
| Diameter | 47 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#221493 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One word in 'Phags-pa script above (read vertically) and three Chinese ideograms below read right to left.
Scripts: 'Phags-pa, Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
ꡚꡞ
重兩壹
Translation:
Shi = Shi / Yi Liang Zhong
Ten / One liang weight
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used during the reign of the Hongwu Emperor, who was the founder of the Ming dynasty and ruled from 1368 to 1398. He was known for his efforts to unify and stabilize China after a period of civil war and foreign invasion, and his reign marked the beginning of a period of economic growth and cultural flourishing in China. The coin's design and materials reflect the cultural and economic values of this time period, and it is a valuable piece of Chinese history.
