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5 Zhu "Thread ring" type
| Bronze | 1.48 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 | 1.48 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#47424 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Two types of official coins come from modified Wu Zhu pieces: the "thread ring" type and the "chiselled rim" type. Both use a different portion of the original coin, and both have very similar weights:© Ginger
Because of the similar weights, and because "inner" and "outer" pieces are often found together, these likely had the same value. One possible reason for these modifications would be to increase the amount of coins in circulation during a coin shortage.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Zhu ("Thread ring" type) (150-220) from China (ancient) made of Bronze weighing 1.48 g is that it features a unique thread-like design on the rim, which gives it its name "Thread ring" type. This design was used to prevent counterfeiting and to make the coin more easily identifiable.
