100 Cash Shuntian Yuanbao imitation; with value and crescent; iron ND
| Iron | - | 38 mm |
| Issuer | You Zhou Autonomous Region (Empire of China) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 900-914 |
| Value | 100 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (900-914) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#272395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram below and one crescent (facing up) above.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 百
Translation:
Bai
100 Cash
Edge
Plain
Comment
These coins are imitation Shuntian Yuanbao coins, where were cast by Shi Siming under the Great Yan State. The original coins are all cast in bronze whereas these imitations are all cast in iron.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of iron, which was a common material used for coins in ancient China. The use of iron for coins dates back to the Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE), and it continued to be used until the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE). The decision to use iron for coins was likely due to its durability and abundance, as well as its ability to be easily shaped and minted. The use of iron for coins also made them more resistant to wear and tear, which was important for a currency that was intended to be used for everyday transactions.
