5 Zhu ("Eastern Han"; repeated legend) (150-220) front 5 Zhu ("Eastern Han"; repeated legend) (150-220) back
5 Zhu ("Eastern Han"; repeated legend) (150-220) photo
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5 Zhu "Eastern Han"; repeated legend

 
Bronze - 25 mm
Description
Issuer
China (ancient)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
150-220
Value
5 Zhu
Currency
Zhu (original continued, 25-618)
Composition
Bronze
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#240440
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two Chinese ideograms read right to left.

Script: Chinese

Lettering: 銖五

Translation:
Wu Zhu
5 Zhu

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Zhu ("Eastern Han"; repeated legend) (150-220) from China (ancient) made of Bronze is that it features a unique blend of Chinese and Western influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features a stylized portrait of the Chinese emperor, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of a Roman-style imperial eagle, highlighting the cultural exchange and trade between ancient China and the Roman Empire. This blending of design elements is a distinct characteristic of coins from the Eastern Han dynasty and reflects the multicultural nature of the ancient Silk Road trade routes.