© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
2 Cash - Shaoxing Yuanbao; Seal script; with crescent and dot ND
| Bronze | 6.89 g | 29 mm |
| 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 | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.89 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#216756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
One crescent above (facing up) and one dot below.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and characters that reflect the cultural and historical context of its time. The coin bears the inscription "Yuanbao" in Seal script, which was a form of writing used during the Song dynasty, and includes a crescent and dot motif that was commonly used in ancient Chinese currency. The use of bronze as the material for the coin was also a common practice during this period. These details not only make the coin visually distinctive but also provide a glimpse into the cultural and economic practices of 12th-century China.
