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© Christopher Li (CC BY-NC-SA)
5 Zhu - Dong Zhuo Anepigraphic
| Bronze | 0.38 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | China (ancient) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Eastern Han dynasty › Dong Zhuo (189-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 190-192 |
| Value | 5 Zhu |
| Currency | Zhu (original continued, 25-618) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.38 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#40452 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Black (anepigraphic).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Dong Zhuo ursurped the throne in 190, and melted nine large Qin dynasty statues (The Twelve Metal Colossi) to cast these coins.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Zhu - Dong Zhuo (Anepigraphic) (190-192) from China (ancient) made of Bronze weighing 0.38 g is that it features an image of a mythical creature called the "Chimera" on one side, which is a combination of a lion, goat, and snake. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Dong Zhuo, who ruled China from 190 to 192 AD. The Chimera symbolized the emperor's power and authority, and it was believed to have the ability to ward off evil spirits.
