3 Cash - Zhenghe Tongbao; Regular script; iron ND
| Iron | 9.23 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Northern Song dynasty › Huizong (宋徽宗) (1100-1125) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1111-1118 |
| Value | 3 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 9.23 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#215976 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 1110, many tin-alloy mints were closed.In 1111, all previous 10 Cash pieces were devalued to 3 Cash. While no bronze 3 Cash pieces were cast, the devalued pieces continued to circulate. Based on the typically larger diameters of these larger iron pieces, some suggest these were cast at 3 Cash.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during the reign of Emperor Huizong of the Northern Song dynasty, who was known for his love of art and culture, and his reign saw a flourishing of poetry, painting, and music.
