Genuine Ancient Chinese Coins Wu Zhu (118 BC to 220 AD)

You are buying one uncleaned ancient coin as pictured.

Coin size are approximately 25mm
Age of the coin type being sold in this listing is c. 118 B.C. - c. 220 A.D.


Wu Zhu (Chinese: 五銖) is a type of Chinese cash coin produced from the Han dynasty in 118 BC. Wu Zhu cash coins were cast from 118 BC to 618 AD having a span of 736 years, which is the longest for any coin in the history of the world. Within this listing, buyers can see the coins excavated from an ancient archaeological site in China. Close up picture also shows the calligraphy of the coins in its preserved state.

Nice specimens or can be that unique gift!

Background

Used in school projects, collecting, displaying, gifting or even jewelry making!

The unique design of the Chinese coin reflected the round sky covering the square earth. This concept was adopted from the very first ancient Chinese coin. In addition, the design also enabled civilians to string them together in bulk for easy carrying. Unlike ancient roman coins which were struck, those Chinese coins were cast in a mold. The Chinese had minted coins like these for centuries.
By obtaining pieces of ancient Chinese coins, you will not only appreciate the patina but also the calligraphy on the coins.