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5 Cash - Chongzhen Tongbao; Jian ND
1644 year| Brass | 11.27 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ming dynasty › Chongzhen (崇祯帝) (1627-1644) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1644 |
| Value | 5 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 11.27 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#26110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram to the right and one to the left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 五監
Translation:
Wu / Jian
5 Cash / [Uncertain mint]
Edge
Plain
Comment
These were cast in early 1644.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash - Chongzhen (Tongbao; Jian) ND (1644) from Empire of China made of Brass weighing 11.27 g is that it was issued during the reign of the last Ming dynasty emperor, Chongzhen, who ruled from 1627 to 1644. This coin was part of a series of currencies issued during his reign to address the economic challenges faced by the empire at that time. Despite its relatively small weight, the coin still holds significant historical value and is highly sought after by collectors today.
