5 Cash (Longfeng Tongbao) ND (1355-1366) front 5 Cash (Longfeng Tongbao) ND (1355-1366) back
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5 Cash Longfeng Tongbao ND

 
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Great Song dynasty (Dynastic rebels)
Emperor
Han Lin'er (1355-1366)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1355-1366
Value
5 Cash
Currency
Cash (1355-1366)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#318379
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash (Longfeng Tongbao) ND (1355-1366) from Great Song dynasty (Dynastic rebels) made of Bronze is that it features a unique combination of Chinese characters and imagery on its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Longfeng Tongbao" (隆奉通寶) which means "Circulating Treasure of the Great Ming" in Chinese, while the reverse side features a stylized dragon and a phoenix, which are symbols of good fortune and prosperity in Chinese culture. Additionally, the coin's design also includes a stylized representation of a plum blossom, which was a symbol of the Song dynasty. This coin's design reflects the cultural and political influences of the time and makes it an interesting piece of history for collectors and enthusiasts.