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2 Cash - Shengsong Yuanbao; Clerical script; iron ND
| Iron | - | - |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Northern Song dynasty › Huizong (宋徽宗) (1100-1125) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1101-1106 |
| Value | 2 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#216396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Because the first era name of Huizong was too long (Jianzhongjingguo), the dynastic title Shengsong was used instead. And because small Chongning coins are scarce (2nd era of Huizong, 1102-1106), it is likely these Shengsong coins were produced into the Chongning era as well.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Cash - Shengsong (Yuanbao; Clerical script; iron) ND (1101-1106) from Empire of China made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during the Northern Song dynasty, which was a time of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design, featuring the Chinese characters for "Yuanbao" in clerical script, symbolized the government's efforts to standardize currency and promote economic stability. Despite being made of iron, which was a less valuable material than other metals used in coinage at the time, the Shengsong coin was widely accepted and used in trade throughout the empire. Today, these coins are highly sought after by collectors and are considered an important part of Chinese numismatic history.
