2 Cash - Yuanyou Tongbao; Seal script; with dot; iron ND
| Iron | 12.03 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Northern Song dynasty › Zhezong (宋哲宗) (1085-1100) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1093-1094 |
| Value | 2 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 12.03 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 3.0 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#214777 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One dot above.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Hartill says Sima Guang designed some coins of Zhezong, but does not specify which era he designed coins for. Because Sima Guang died in 1086, he could of only designed coins for the Yuanyou era.2 Cash pieces were re-introduced in 1093, but after only two years of circulating, it was found that these pieces gave no satisfaction, and they were discontinued in favour of the 1 Cash pieces.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of copper, silver or gold. The use of iron in coinage was a sign of the economic and technological advancements of the Empire of China during the Northern Song dynasty.
