5 Cash - Baoda (Yuanbao; iron) ND (943-957) front 5 Cash - Baoda (Yuanbao; iron) ND (943-957) back
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5 Cash - Baoda Yuanbao; iron ND

 
Iron - 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Southern Tang Kingdom (Ten Kingdoms)
Emperor
Li Jing (李璟) (943-961)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
943-957
Value
5 Cash
Currency
Cash (937-976)
Composition
Iron
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#319846
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

One Chinese ideogram above.

Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)

Lettering:

Translation:
Tian
[Uncertain meaning]

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash - Baoda (Yuanbao; iron) ND (943-957) from Southern Tang Kingdom (Ten Kingdoms) made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great economic growth and cultural exchange in China, particularly during the reign of Emperor Li Yu (943-945) who was known for his efforts to promote trade and commerce.