2 Cash - Kaiqing Tongbao
1 (1259) year| Bronze | - | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Lizong (宋理宗) (1224-1264) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1 (1259) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Kaiqing era |
| Value | 2 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#221178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 元
Translation:
Yuan
Year 1
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Kaiqing Tongbao 2 Cash coin from the Empire of China, made of bronze, is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features a stylized dragon, while on the other, it has a phoenix. This design symbolizes the harmony between yin and yang, which was an important concept in traditional Chinese culture. The dragon represents yang, which is associated with masculinity, strength, and power, while the phoenix represents yin, which is associated with femininity, grace, and beauty. The combination of these two symbols on the coin reflects the balance and unity that was sought after in Chinese society during that time.
