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© Christopher Li (CC BY-NC-SA)
5 Zhu - Ling "Four lines" type
| Bronze | 3.35 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | China (ancient) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Eastern Han dynasty › Ling of Han (168-189) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 186-189 |
| Value | 5 Zhu |
| Currency | Zhu (original continued, 25-618) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.35 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#240391 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
One radiate line extending from each corner.
Edge
Plain
Comment
These are attributed to Emperor Ling from 186, with the four lines said to represent wealth flowing from a ruined city.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Zhu - Ling ("Four lines" type) (186-189) from China (ancient) made of Bronze weighing 3.35 g is that it features a unique design that reflects the cultural and historical significance of the time period in which it was created. The coin's design includes four lines of text, which are believed to represent the four directions, and the Chinese characters for "Zhu" and "Ling" which mean "copper" and "turtle" respectively. This design is significant because it represents the ancient Chinese belief in the four directions and the importance of copper in their culture. Additionally, the turtle was considered a symbol of longevity and good fortune in ancient Chinese culture, which further adds to the coin's cultural significance.
