目录
| 正面描述 | Four Chinese ideograms read right to left. |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | Chinese |
| 正面铭文 |
布第 百八 (Translation: Di Bu Ba Bai Graduate spade / 800 (value)) |
| 背面描述 | One vertical line. |
| 背面文字 | |
| 背面铭文 | |
| 边缘 | Smooth. |
| 铸币厂 | |
| 铸造量 |
ND (10-14) - Extended line - ND (10-14) - Short line - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 1251486780 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: This 800 Cash coin originates from the Xin Dynasty (9-23 CE) of the usurper Wang Mang, a period marked by radical, disruptive economic reforms. Issued between 10 and 14 CE, it belongs to Wang Mang's third major monetary reform, an ambitious attempt to centralize economic control. His complex currency policies, introducing numerous denominations, frequently caused instability and inflation, contributing significantly to public discontent and his dynasty's collapse.
Artistry: While specific engravers remain unknown, this coin reflects the high standards of Xin Dynasty imperial mints. The design features elegant, precisely rendered seal script (篆書, zhuànshū) characters, a hallmark of Wang Mang'