2 Cash - Shaoxi (Yuanbao; with year) 1-5 (1190-1194) front 2 Cash - Shaoxi (Yuanbao; with year) 1-5 (1190-1194) back
2 Cash - Shaoxi (Yuanbao; with year) 1-5 (1190-1194) photo
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2 Cash - Shaoxi Yuanbao; with year

 
Bronze - 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Southern Song dynasty › Guangzong (宋光宗) (1189-1194)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1-5 (1190-1194)
Calendar
Chinese - Shaoxi 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
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#46171
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

One Chinese ideogram below.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:

Translation:
San
Year 3

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Cash - Shaoxi (Yuanbao; with year) 1-5 (1190-1194) from Empire of China made of Bronze is that it was used as a form of currency during the Southern Song dynasty, which was a period of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design features a square hole in the center, which was used to string multiple coins together for ease of use in transactions. Additionally, the coin's bronze material was chosen for its durability and resistance to wear and tear, making it a practical and reliable form of currency for everyday transactions.