3 Cash - Jiading Yuanbao; Regular script; Li Zhou; iron ND
| Iron | - | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Ningzong (宋寧宗) (1194-1224) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1208-1224 |
| Value | 3 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#221100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms above and one below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
州利
三
Translation:
Li Zhou / San
Lizhou (city) / Value 3
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins during that time period. Most coins were made of copper, silver, or gold, but the use of iron was seen as a way to reduce the cost of production and make the coinage more accessible to the general population. This decision was seen as a sign of the empire's commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable monetary system.
