100 Cash - Yumin Tongbao, Yi Qian
| Emittente | Fujian, Fiefdom of |
|---|---|
| Anno | 1674-1676 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valore | 100 Cash |
| Valuta | Cash (1674-1676) |
| Composizione | Bronze |
| Peso | 17.44 g |
| Diametro | 38 mm |
| Spessore | |
| Forma | Round with a square hole |
| Tecnica | Cast |
| Orientamento | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Incisore/i | |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | Hartill#21.124, FD#2167, Schjoth#1354 |
| Descrizione del dritto | Four Chinese ideograms read top to bottom, right to left. |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | Chinese (traditional, regular script) |
| Legenda del dritto |
裕 寶 通 民 (Translation: Yu Min Tong Bao Yumin (era of Geng Jingzhong, 1674-1676) / Universal currency) |
| Descrizione del rovescio | Two Chinese ideograms read right to left. |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Chinese (traditional, regular script) |
| Legenda del rovescio |
銭壹 (Translation: Yi Qian 1 Qian (of silver) = 100 Cash) |
| Bordo | Smooth. |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
ND (1674-1676) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 1095447110 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
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Historical Context: This 100 Cash coin, Yumin Tongbao, Yi Qian, was issued by the Fiefdom of Fujian, 1674-1676. It belongs to the coinage of Geng Jingzhong, one of the Three Feudatories, during his rebellion against the Qing Dynasty. As "King of Fujian," Geng Jingzhong minted these coins to assert sovereignty and finance his military. The Yumin Tongbao series is a crucial numismatic artifact, representing a brief challenge to Qing authority during the Revolt of the Three Feudatories.
Artistry: As a traditional Chinese cast coin, the engraver is anonymous, typical for the era. The stylistic school adheres to established Chinese numismatic calligraphy. The obverse features Yumin Tongbao (佑民通寶), read top-to-bottom, right-to-left, in a robust script. The reverse displays Yi Qian (一錢), which, given the coin's 38mm diameter and 17.44-gram weight, designates it as a 100 Cash denomination, common for large-format cash coins during instability.
Technical/Grading: This bronze coin, weighing 17.44 grams and measuring 38mm, is substantial. Key grading points include sharpness and legibility of all obverse and reverse characters. Premium examples exhibit a clear, well-defined central square hole and crisp, even rims, free from significant casting flaws like pitting or uneven surfaces. The overall evenness of the cast and integrity of the legends are paramount for a high-grade specimen, reflecting careful production despite its wartime context.