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5 Zhu "Western Han" type; without top rim 90 BC - 9 AD
| Bronze | 3.35 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | China (ancient) |
|---|---|
| Period | Western Han Dynasty (202 BC - 8 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90 BC - 9 AD |
| Value | 5 Zhu |
| Currency | Zhu (119 BC to 9 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.35 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#86179 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Edge
Plain
Comment
The "Western Han" type is differenciable from the "Eastern Han" type in the top horizontal of the right radical of Zhu: the "Western Han" type is flat whereas the "Eastern Han" type is curved.
Starting from 113 BC, coins were cast with smooth edge.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Chinese characters and imagery, including the Chinese character for "west" on the obverse (front) side, and a stylized representation of a dragon on the reverse (back) side. This blend of symbols reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the Western Han dynasty, during which the coin was minted.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (90 BC - 9 AD) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Zhu ("Western Han" type; without top rim) (90 BC - 9 AD) coin.
