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5 Cash - Jiading Zhongbao; Seal script; 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 | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#220083 |
|---|---|
| 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 (Zhongbao; Seal script; 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 features the Chinese characters "Zhongbao" in seal script, which translates to "central treasury" or "national treasury," indicating that it was issued by the central government. The use of iron as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a durable and abundant resource. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the economic and political systems of ancient China.
