2 Cash - Chunxi Yuanbao; Regular script; with year; iron
| Iron | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Xiaozong (宋孝宗) (1162-1189) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 9-12 (1182-1185) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Chunxi era |
| Value | 2 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#217846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above and sometimes one below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
十
一
Translation:
Shi Yi
Year 11
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 1180, numbers were added to the reverses to indicate the year of issue (which was said to reduce the amount of illegal casting). Presumably, coins without years were cast before the numbers were added.Interesting fact
The Iron Standard circulation coin 2 Cash - Chunxi (Yuanbao; Regular script; with year; iron) 9-12 (1182-1185) from Empire of China was used as a form of currency during the Song Dynasty, which was a period of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The use of iron as the material for coins was a significant innovation during this time, as it was more durable and easier to produce than previous materials like bronze. This coin is a testament to the advanced metalworking techniques and economic developments of ancient China.
