© Classical Numismatic Gallery
© Classical Numismatic Gallery
100 Cash - Yumin Tongbao; Yi Qian ND
| Bronze | 17.44 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Fiefdom of Fujian (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Geng Jingzhong (1674-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1674-1676 |
| Value | 100 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1674-1676) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 17.44 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#271974 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms read right to left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 銭壹
Translation:
Yi Qian
1 Qian (of silver) = 100 Cash
Edge
Plain
Comment
This is attributed to the Fujian Mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of political turmoil in China, specifically during the reign of the Kangxi Emperor (1662-1722) of the Qing dynasty. The Fiefdom of Fujian was a region in southern China that was controlled by a local warlord, who minted his own coins to finance his military campaigns. The Yumin (Tongbao; Yi Qian) coin was one of the currencies used during this period, and it was made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at that time. Despite its historical significance, the coin's value today is relatively low, and it is considered a rare collector's item.
