5 Cash - Jiading Yuanbao; 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#221095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above and one below.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
行
伍
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 (Yuanbao; 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. The coin was made of iron because the Jurchens believed that it was a strong and durable metal, symbolizing the strength and power of their empire. The coin's design featured a square hole in the center, which was used to thread a string or cord through, allowing people to carry multiple coins together. This design was unique to the Jin Dynasty and distinguished their coins from those of other dynasties.
