5 Zhu - Ling "Four lines" type; reversed legend
| Bronze | - | 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 |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#240392 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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; reversed legend) (186-189) from China (ancient) made of Bronze is that it features a unique reversed legend, where the characters on the coin are written in the opposite direction to what is typically seen on coins. This design element was used to deter counterfeiting and make the coin more easily identifiable as authentic.