2 Cash - Jingkang Tongbao; Seal script ND
Bronze | 7.25 g | 30 mm |
Issuer | Empire of China |
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Emperor | Northern Song dynasty › Qinzong (宋欽宗) (1126-1127) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1126-1127 |
Value | 2 Cash |
Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 7.25 g |
Diameter | 30 mm |
Shape | Round with a square hole |
Technique | Cast |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-03 |
Numista | N#216422 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the Jingkang era of the Southern Song dynasty, which was a time of great economic growth and cultural prosperity in China. The coin's design, featuring the characters " tongbao" in seal script, symbolizes the unity and stability of the empire during this period. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin reflects the advanced metallurgical techniques and trade networks of the time.