© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
50 Cash Taiping Tianguo / Shengbao; horizontal ND
| Brass | 43.56 g | 53 mm |
| Issuer | Taiping Heavenly Kingdom (Dynastic rebels) |
|---|---|
| King | Hong Xiuquan (1851-1864) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1856-1860 |
| Value | 50 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1853-1864) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 43.56 g |
| Diameter | 53 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#318108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two Chinese characters read right to left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 寶聖
Translation:
Sheng Bao
Sacred currency
Edge
Plain
Comment
These are attributed to the Hengyang Mint in southern Henan.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Taiping Rebellion, a civil war that took place in China from 1850 to 1864. The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, led by Hong Xiuquan, sought to overthrow the ruling Qing dynasty and establish a new, Christian-inspired government. Despite their efforts, the rebellion ultimately failed, and the Qing dynasty remained in power. However, the coin remains an important historical artifact, offering insight into the economic and political systems of the time.
