2 Cash - Qiandao (Yuanbao; Regular script; Feng; iron) ND (1170-1173) front 2 Cash - Qiandao (Yuanbao; Regular script; Feng; iron) ND (1170-1173) back
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2 Cash - Qiandao Yuanbao; Regular script; Feng; iron ND

 
Iron - 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Southern Song dynasty › Xiaozong (宋孝宗) (1162-1189)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1170-1173
Value
2 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Iron
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#218526
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

One Chinese ideogram above.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:

Translation:
Feng
Fengyu (mint)

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Cash - Qiandao (Yuanbao; Regular script; Feng; iron) ND (1170-1173) from Empire of China made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during the Song Dynasty, which was a time of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design features the Chinese character for "feng," which means "wind," and is a symbol of good luck and prosperity. Additionally, the use of iron in the coin's production was significant because it was a durable and abundant material that made the coinage more accessible to the general population.