© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
5 Zhu "Eastern Han"; reversed legend; with lines
| Bronze | 4.17 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | China (ancient) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150-220 |
| Value | 5 Zhu |
| Currency | Zhu (original continued, 25-618) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.17 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#240444 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
One horizontal line above and below.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Eastern Han dynasty, which was a time of significant cultural and economic growth in ancient China. The coin's design, with its reversed legend and lines, was a common feature of coins during this period and was used to prevent counterfeiting. Despite its small size and weight, the coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce throughout the region.
