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250 Zhu Wu Xing Da Bu; Northern dynasties; Northern Zhou
| Bronze | 3.4 g | 26.7 mm |
| Issuer | Northern dynasties (Northern and Southern dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Northern Zhou dynasty › Wu (561-578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 574-576 |
| Value | 250 Zhou |
| Currency | Cash (495-579) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 26.7 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#240841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 250 Zhu (Wu Xing Da Bu; Northern dynasties; Northern Zhou) (574-576) from Northern dynasties (Northern and Southern dynasties) made of Bronze weighing 3.4 g is that it features a unique combination of Confucian and Taoist symbols. On one side, the coin bears the image of a Confucian scholar, while the other side features the Eight Trigrams, which are associated with the Taoist philosophy. This blending of philosophical traditions reflects the complex cultural and religious landscape of China during the Northern dynasties period.