| Dynasty: | China - Western Wei | Ruler: |
| Reigned: | Dynasty 550 AD - 559 AD |
| Denomination: | Bronze 5 Wu |
| Obverse: | Broad outer rim. "WU CHU" |
| Reverse: | Blank |
| Reference: | Hartill 10.25 |
| Weight: | 2.2 gms |
| Diameter: | 22.1 mm |
Western WeiWestern Wei was initiated by a general of the Northern Wei, following a military coup, and was re-named Northern Zhou in the second generation. In 581 AD the last emperor was forced to abdicate in favour of his uncle, who established the Sui. |
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