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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
2 Cash - Chunxi Yuanbao; Seal script; with crescent and dot ND
| Bronze | 6.89 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Xiaozong (宋孝宗) (1162-1189) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1174-1179 |
| Value | 2 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.89 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#217009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One crescent above (facing up) and one dot below.
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
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and characters that reflect the cultural and historical context of its time. The crescent and dot symbol on the coin are believed to represent the Islamic influence on Chinese currency during the Song Dynasty, while the Seal script and Yuanbao characters reflect the traditional Chinese writing system and currency denominations of the time. This blend of cultural influences makes the coin a fascinating piece of history that highlights the diversity and exchange of ideas between different civilizations.
