500 Wu Zhou (Wu) (222-280) front 500 Wu Zhou (Wu) (222-280) back
500 Wu Zhou (Wu) (222-280) photo
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500 Wu Zhou Wu

 
Bronze 7.51 g -
Description
Issuer
State of Wu (Three Kingdoms)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
222-280
Value
500 Wu Zhou
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.51 g
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#209471
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Blank (uniface).

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique square hole in the center, which was a distinctive feature of coins issued by the State of Wu during the Three Kingdoms period. This design was used to distinguish Wu's coins from those of other states and to prevent counterfeiting.