2 Cash - Zhiyuan (Tongbao; 'Phags-pa script) ND (1285-1294) front 2 Cash - Zhiyuan (Tongbao; 'Phags-pa script) ND (1285-1294) back
2 Cash - Zhiyuan (Tongbao; 'Phags-pa script) ND (1285-1294) photo
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2 Cash - Zhiyuan Tongbao; 'Phags-pa script ND

 
Bronze 6.41 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Yuan dynasty › Kublai Khan "Shizu" (元世祖) (1271-1294)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1285-1294
Value
2 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.41 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#221314
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique script known as 'Phags-pa, which was used during the Mongol Empire. This script was created by a Tibetan monk named 'Phags-pa Lama and was used for writing Mongolian, Tibetan, and Chinese languages. The use of this script on the coin reflects the cultural diversity and exchange that existed during the Mongol Empire.