© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
2 Cash - Dazhong Tongbao; Zhe ND
| Bronze | 6.14 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Great Zhong State (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1361-1368 |
| Value | 2 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1361-1368) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.14 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#320340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 浙
Translation:
Zhe
Zhejiang (mint)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued by the Great Zhong State, which was a short-lived dynasty that emerged during the tumultuous period of the Yuan Dynasty's decline in the 14th century. The Great Zhong State was established by a rebel leader named Zhang Shicheng, who sought to overthrow the Yuan Dynasty and establish a new, native Chinese dynasty. Despite its short lifespan, the Great Zhong State was able to issue its own currency, including this bronze coin, which features the inscription "Dazhong Tongbao" (大中通寶) meaning "Great Central Circulating Treasure." This coin is a rare surviving example of the currency issued by this historical dynasty.
