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3 Cash - Zhihe Zhongbao; read clockwise ND
| Iron | 13.68 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Northern Song dynasty › Renzong (宋仁宗) (1022-1063) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1054-1055 |
| Value | 3 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 13.68 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#213264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 1059, these coins were de-valued to 2 Cash.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during the reign of Emperor Renzong of the Song Dynasty, who ruled from 1022 to 1063. This coin is a rare example of a coin from this dynasty that was made of iron, as most coins from this time period were made of copper or bronze. The use of iron in coin production was a significant innovation during this time, as it was a more durable and less expensive material than other metals. This coin's design, which features the Chinese characters "Zhihe" (meaning "currency") and "Zhongbao" (meaning "central treasury"), reflects the importance of standardized currency during this period.
