2 Cash - Shaoxing (Yuanbao; Seal script; with crescent) ND (1131-1162) front 2 Cash - Shaoxing (Yuanbao; Seal script; with crescent) ND (1131-1162) back
2 Cash - Shaoxing (Yuanbao; Seal script; with crescent) ND (1131-1162) photo
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2 Cash - Shaoxing Yuanbao; Seal script; with crescent ND

 
Bronze 7.00 g 29 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
Bronze
Weight
7.00 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#216755
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

One crescent above (facing up).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique crescent shape on one side, which was a symbol of the Islamic world and its influence on the Chinese currency during the Song Dynasty.