© Fred Cherrygarden
© Fred Cherrygarden
5 Zhu Abbreviated Zhu
| Bronze | 1.70 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | State of Cao Wei (Three Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220-265 |
| Value | 5 Zhu |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.70 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#284367 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
The left Character, Zhu (銖) is lacking the 金 component on these examples.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used during a time of great social and political change in China, as the Three Kingdoms period was marked by constant warfare and power struggles between the states of Cao Wei, Shu Han, and Sun Quan. Despite this turmoil, the coinage system remained relatively stable, with the 5 Zhu coin being a common denomination used in everyday transactions.