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5 Zhu Type 5
| Issuer | Kingdom of Kucha (Qiuzi) |
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| Year | 401-500 |
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| Currency | Zhu (circa 401-600) |
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| Obverse script | Chinese |
| Obverse lettering | 五朱 (Translation: Wu Zhu / 5 Zhu) |
| Reverse description | Plain reverse field surrounding the central square hole, with no prominent inscription visible. Traces of a Kharosthi legend may appear faintly around the square aperture, consistent with the bilingual numismatic tradition of the Kucha kingdom blending Chinese and Gandharan scripts. The surface exhibits a dark green patina with areas of corrosion typical of ancient cast leaded copper coins from Central Asia. The rim is irregular and unraised, characteristic of the casting technique employed. |
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