5 Cash (Yongtong Quanhuo) ND (959-964) front 5 Cash (Yongtong Quanhuo) ND (959-964) back
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5 Cash Yongtong Quanhuo ND

 
Bronze - 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Southern Tang Kingdom (Ten Kingdoms)
Emperor
Li Jing (李璟) (943-961) Li Yu (961-976)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
959-964
Value
5 Cash
Currency
Cash (937-976)
Composition
Bronze
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#319936
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Comment

In 959, the minister Zhong Mo obtained permission to cast coins to raise funds for the army. In 964, the coins were withdrawn.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash (Yongtong Quanhuo) ND (959-964) from Southern Tang Kingdom (Ten Kingdoms) made of Bronze is that it features a unique combination of Chinese and Buddhist motifs. The obverse side of the coin depicts a seated Buddha, while the reverse side features a traditional Chinese dragon. This blending of religious and cultural symbols reflects the diverse influences that shaped the Southern Tang Kingdom during its time.