2 Cash - Shaoxing (Yuanbao) ND (1131-1162) front 2 Cash - Shaoxing (Yuanbao) ND (1131-1162) back
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2 Cash - Shaoxing Yuanbao ND

 
Iron - 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Southern Song dynasty › Gaozong (宋高宗) (1127-1162)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1131-1162
Value
2 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Iron
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#216772
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Iron Standard circulation coin 2 Cash - Shaoxing (Yuanbao) ND (1131-1162) from Empire of China was used as a form of currency during the Song Dynasty, and its design featured a unique combination of both Chinese and Arabic characters, reflecting the cultural exchange and influence of Islamic trade routes during that time period.