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5 Cash - Duanping Tongbao ND
| Bronze | 12.52 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Lizong (宋理宗) (1224-1264) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1234-1236 |
| Value | 5 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.52 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#168123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash - Duanping (Tongbao) ND (1234-1236) from Empire of China made of Bronze weighing 12.52g is that it was used as a form of currency during the Song Dynasty, which was a period of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design features a square hole in the center, which was used to string multiple coins together for ease of use in transactions. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition was chosen for its durability and resistance to wear and tear, making it a practical choice for everyday transactions.
