5 Zhu - Wu (Without outer rim)
Issuer Southern dynasties
Type Standard circulation coins
Obverse
Two Chinese ideograms read right to left.
Lettering: 銖五
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Basic Information
Category
Coin
Ruler
Wu (Wikidata)
Technique
Cast
Orientation
medal
Demonetization
Yes
Face Value
5 Zhu (Numeric: 5)
Physical Characteristics
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.1 g
Size
23 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technical Details
Obverse Lettering
銖五
Comments
This type was issued by Emperor Wu of the Liang dynasty, and is commonly referred to as Nu Qian (女錢), meaning "female cash."
