5 Cash - Baoda Yuanbao; iron ND
Iron | - | 33 mm |
Issuer | Southern Tang Kingdom (Ten Kingdoms) |
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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 |
Numista | N#319846 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 天
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.