© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
5 Cash - Dazhong Tongbao; Yu ND
| Bronze | 15.28 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 | 15.28 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#320335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 豫
Translation:
Yu
Henan (mint)
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 inscription "Dazhong" (大中) meaning "Great Zhong" on one side and "Tongbao" (通寶) meaning "Circulating Treasure" on the other. This coin is a rare surviving example of the currency used during this time period and provides a glimpse into the economic and political history of ancient China.
