5 Cash - Xianfeng Zhongbao; Boo-fu ND
| Brass | - | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of China |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Qing dynasty › Xianfeng (咸豐帝) (1850-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1853-1855 |
| Value | 5 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (621-1912) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#226000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole, all with two Chinese ideograms above and four below.
Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering:
文五
ᠪᠣᠣ ᡶᡠ
八三
分錢
Translation:
Wu Wen / Boo-fu / San Qian Ba Fen
5 Cash / Boo-fu / 3 Qian 8 Fen
Edge
Plain
Comment
The authenticity is doubted due to there being no historical records of these pieces, and due to the actual weights being lighter than the written weights. However, Hartill says it would be understandable if these were reduced weight pieces.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash - Xianfeng (Zhongbao; Boo-fu) ND (1853-1855) from Empire of China made of Brass is that it was designed with a unique combination of Chinese and Western elements. The obverse features a traditional Chinese dragon, while the reverse bears the image of a Western-style crown, reflecting the influence of European designs on Chinese coinage during the Qing dynasty. This blend of styles is a notable feature of the coin and highlights the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during this period in Chinese history.
