3 Cash - Zhihe (Zhongbao; read standard) ND (1054-1055) front 3 Cash - Zhihe (Zhongbao; read standard) ND (1054-1055) back
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3 Cash - Zhihe Zhongbao; read standard ND

 
Iron 14.67 g 31 mm
Description
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
14.67 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#213268
Rarity index
100%

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 was part of a series of reforms that aimed to stabilize the economy and improve the currency system of the empire. The use of iron as the material for the coin was a significant change from previous coins, which were made of copper, and it reflects the efforts of the government to introduce more durable and practical currency.