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5 Cash - Shengsong Zhongbao; Chuan; iron ND
| Iron | - | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Southern Song dynasty › Ningzong (宋寧宗) (1194-1224) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1208-1210 |
| 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#219510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms above and one below (in Seal script).
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
壹川
五
Translation:
Chuan / Yi / Wu
Sichuan (province) / Year 1 / Value 5
Edge
Plain
Comment
According to records, in December of 1208, Sichuan began issuing 5 Cash coins with the dynastic title Shengsong. While they are dated to the first year of the Jiading era (1108-1124), they were apparently cast for three years.While these have the mintmark Chuan for Sichuan, they are specifically attributed to the Huimin Mint.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash - Shengsong (Zhongbao; Chuan; iron) ND (1208-1210) from Empire of China made of Iron is that it was used as a form of currency during the Southern Song Dynasty, which was a period of great economic growth and cultural achievement in China. The coin's design features 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 feature was unique to Chinese coins during this time period and speaks to the resourcefulness and innovation of the people who used them.
