5 Cash - Jiading Tongbao; Xing; iron ND
| Iron | - | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Ningzong (宋寧宗) (1194-1224) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1208-1224 |
| Value | 5 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#220553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above and one below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
行
五
Translation:
Xing / Wu
[Uncertain meaning] / Value 5
Edge
Plain
Comment
It is unknown whether the Xing is for an uncertain mint or for some kind of control system.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash - Jiading (Tongbao; Xing; iron) ND (1208-1224) from Empire of China made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during the Jin Dynasty, which was established by the Jurchen people in northern China in the early 13th century. The coin was made of iron because the Jurchens believed that it was a strong and durable material that would symbolize the power and strength of their empire. The use of iron coins also helped to promote trade and commerce within the empire, as they were easily transportable and could be used to purchase goods and services. Despite being made of iron, the coins were still prone to wear and tear, and many have survived to this day in varying states of preservation.