Han Dynasty's Money Crisis: Wu Zhu Coins and Inflation
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore a major economic turning point in the Han Dynasty: the creation of the wu zhu coin and the inflation crisis that nearly brought down the empire. They discuss how Emperor Wu of Han and his advisor Sang Hongyang reformed the chaotic currency system, established a state monopoly on coinage, and introduced the wu zhu — a coin that would remain in use for over 700 years. The hosts also examine the social impact of inflation on peasants and merchants, the role of copper mines in state control, and the surprising discovery of a massive coin hoard in modern-day Sichuan. Along the way, they touch on parallels with other ancient economies and the long-term consequences of Han monetary policy.
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