20 Cash - Xianfeng (Zhongbao; Je / Zhe; trial strike) ND (1855) front 20 Cash - Xianfeng (Zhongbao; Je / Zhe; trial strike) ND (1855) back
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20 Cash - Xianfeng Zhongbao; Je / Zhe; trial strike ND

1855 year
Brass - 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of China
Emperor
Qing dynasty › Xianfeng (咸豐帝) (1850-1861)
Type
Pattern
Year
1855
Value
20 Cash
Currency
Cash (621-1912)
Composition
Brass
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#226206
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole, all with one Chinese ideogram above and two below.

Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Mongolian / Manchu

Lettering:

ᠵᡝ 浙

Translation:
Dang Er Shi / Je / Zhe
Value 20 / Je / Zhe

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Cash - Xianfeng (Zhongbao; Je / Zhe; trial strike) ND (1855) from Empire of China made of Brass is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. The Xianfeng Emperor ruled China during a time of great turmoil and change, and this coin was minted during a period of economic and political reform. As a trial strike, it was likely produced in limited quantities and never entered circulation, making it a valuable and unique piece of Chinese numismatic history.