© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
5 Cash - Dazhong Tongbao; Guang; with Wu ND
| Bronze | 18.45 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Great Zhong State (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1361-1368 |
| Value | 5 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1361-1368) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.45 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#320318 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram to the right and one to the left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 五廣
Translation:
Guang / Wu
Guangdong (mint) / 5 Cash
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued by the Great Zhong State, which was a short-lived dynasty that emerged during the tumultuous period of the Mongol invasion of China in the 14th century. Despite its brief existence, the Great Zhong State was able to issue its own currency, such as this 5 Cash coin, which features the name of the dynasty and its ruler, Wu, on its obverse side. This coin is a rare surviving example of the currency used during this time period and provides valuable insight into the economic and political history of ancient China.
