© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG
© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG
2 Cash - Shengsong Yuanbao; Clerical script; with crescent; iron ND
| Iron | - | 32 mm |
| 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 |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#216397 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One crescent above (facing up).
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 this coin is that it features a unique crescent shape on one side, which was a symbol of Islamic influence in China during the Song Dynasty. The use of Islamic motifs on Chinese coins during this period reflects the cultural exchange and religious tolerance of the time.
