5 Cash - Jiading Yuanbao; with Dang; 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#221089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above and one below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
當
五
Translation:
Dang Wu
Value 5
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Dang is likely not a mintmark, but rather a character signifying the value.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash - Jiading (Yuanbao; with Dang; 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 counterfeiting, and the government had to implement measures to prevent the production of fake coins.
