3 Cash - Shaoxing Yuanbao; Regular script ND
| Bronze | 8.37 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Gaozong (宋高宗) (1127-1162) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1131-1162 |
| Value | 3 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.37 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#216768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used during the Song Dynasty in ancient China, and it features a unique combination of characters on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side bears the inscription "宋代三錢" (Song Dynasty Three Cash) in regular script, while the reverse side features the character "元" (yuan) in seal script, which represents the currency's name, Yuanbao. This coin was used as a medium of exchange during a time when China was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural development.
