Embarking on your adventure through ancient China in Dynasty Warriors: Origins, you'll encounter a collectible known as Old Coins. Their purpose might not be immediately apparent, but this guide unveils everything you need to know about acquiring and utilizing them.
How to Use Old Coins in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
As you progress through Dynasty Warriors: Origins, you'll accumulate Old Coins. However, their function remains hidden until you encounter Sima Hui in Chapter 2. A hut appears in the northern part of the map, housing Sima Hui. He provides insights into your officer relationships and potential interactions. Crucially, he's your Old Coin exchange merchant. Reaching certain benchmarks unlocks more valuable goods. Here's a breakdown:
- 5 Old Coins: 1,000 gold
- 10 Old Coins: Ravenous Spirit Amulet accessory
- 20 Old Coins: 10 Pyroxene
- 40 Old Coins: 10,000 gold
- 70 Old Coins: 20 Pyroxene
- 100 Old Coins: Amulet of Fortune accessory
- 140 Old Coins: 30,000 gold
- 180 Old Coins: Amulet of Merit accessory
- 230 Old Coins: 50 Pyroxene
- 280 Old Coins: Amulet of Means accessory
- 350 Old Coins: 100 Pyroxene
- 400 Old Coins: Musou Bond accessory
- 450 Old Coins: Panacea item
- 500 Old Coins: War God’s Sash accessory
Where to Find Old Coins in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Now that we understand their use, let's explore how to acquire Old Coins. While not difficult to find individually, accumulating large quantities requires effort. Three primary methods exist:
Overworld Exploration: Glowing pillars containing Old Coins appear upon approach. The Eyes of the Sacred Bird ability enhances visibility, revealing them from a distance.
Officer Relationship Building: Completing requests strengthens bonds with officers. This leads to conversations rewarding Old Coins and further relationship boosts.
Mission Completion & Regional Peace: Reaching peace thresholds in different regions rewards various items, including Old Coins.
Consistent gameplay gradually yields substantial rewards. The more you play, the more Old Coins you’ll earn.
This concludes our guide on locating and utilizing Old Coins in Dynasty Warriors: Origins.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.