2 Cash - Xuanhe (Tongbao; Regular script; iron) ND (1119-1125) front 2 Cash - Xuanhe (Tongbao; Regular script; iron) ND (1119-1125) back
2 Cash - Xuanhe (Tongbao; Regular script; iron) ND (1119-1125) photo
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2 Cash - Xuanhe Tongbao; Regular script; iron ND

 
Iron - 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Northern Song dynasty › Huizong (宋徽宗) (1100-1125)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1119-1125
Value
2 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Iron
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#216370
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Comment

The calligraphy of the Xuanhe era is attributed to the Emperor.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Xuanhe Tongbao iron coin is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Gaozong of the Song Dynasty, who ruled from 1127 to 1162. This coin was part of a series of reforms that aimed to stabilize the economy and improve the circulation of currency during a time of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China.