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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
3 Cash - Dazhong Tongbao ND
| Bronze | 7.36 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Great Zhong State (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1361-1368 |
| Value | 3 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1361-1368) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.36 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#320287 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of the Hongwu Emperor, who was the founder of the Ming dynasty and ruled from 1368 to 1398. The coin features the inscription "Dazhong Tongbao" which means "Great Zhong State" in Chinese, indicating that it was issued by the dynastic rebels who opposed the ruling Mongol dynasty at the time. Despite being issued by a rebel group, the coin was still made of bronze, which was a common material for coins during that period, and weighed 7.36 grams. This coin is a rare and interesting piece of history that highlights the political and economic changes that took place during the late Mongol and early Ming periods in China.
