2 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; Zhe) ND (1621-1627) front 2 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; Zhe) ND (1621-1627) back
2 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; Zhe) ND (1621-1627) photo
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2 Cash - Tianqi Tongbao; Zhe ND

 
Brass - 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Ming dynasty › Tianqi (明熹宗) (1620-1627)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1621-1627
Value
2 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Brass
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#222385
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

One Chinese ideogram above.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:

Translation:
Zhe
Zhejiang (mint)

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Cash - Tianqi (Tongbao; Zhe) ND (1621-1627) from Empire of China made of Brass is that it was used as a form of currency during the Ming dynasty, which was the ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. The coin was minted during the reign of the Tianqi Emperor, who ruled from 1621 to 1627. The coin's design features the Chinese character "Zhe" on one side and the imperial title "Tongbao" on the other, signifying the coin's authenticity and value. The use of brass as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a durable and affordable metal that could be easily minted into coins. Despite its age, this coin remains a valuable piece of Chinese history and a sought-after collector's item.