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© Ollisaarinen (CC BY)
100 Cash - Tai Ping Shu
| Bronze | 2.2 g | 23.7 mm |
| Issuer | State of Shu (Three Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 221-265 |
| Value | 100 Cash |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 23.7 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#243865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used during the Three Kingdoms period in ancient China, which was a time of great political and social upheaval. Despite the turmoil, the State of Shu was able to maintain a stable economy and issue coins like this one, which were used for everyday transactions. The fact that this coin has survived to the present day is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Three Kingdoms era.
