500 Cash - Xianfeng Yuanbao; Ili ND
| Copper | 50.05 g | 57 mm |
| Issuer | South Xinjiang (Xinjiang region) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Xianfeng (1850-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1854-1855 |
| Value | 500 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (1759-1909) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 50.05 g |
| Diameter | 57 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#317879 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram above and below with two Manchu words (read vertically) separated by the hole.
Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Mongolian / Manchu
Lettering:
當
ᠪᠣᠣ ᡳ
百五
Translation:
Dang / Bai Wu / Boo-i
Worth 500 / Ili (mint)
Edge
Plain
Comment
MintIliInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Xianfeng Emperor's reign (1850-1861) of the Qing dynasty, a time of great turmoil and change in China. The Xianfeng Emperor was known for his lavish spending and his attempts to modernize China's economy and military, which led to a period of economic growth and cultural exchange. This coin, made of copper and weighing 50.05g, was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been handled by people from all walks of life, from merchants to farmers to artisans. Despite its age, this coin remains a fascinating piece of history and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of China.