½ Baht - Rama V (Copper Pattern; Medal alignment; Plain edge) ND (1869) front ½ Baht - Rama V (Copper Pattern; Medal alignment; Plain edge) ND (1869) back
½ Baht - Rama V (Copper Pattern; Medal alignment; Plain edge) ND (1869) photo
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½ Baht - Rama V Copper Pattern; Medal alignment; Plain edge ND

1869 year
Copper 8 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Thailand
King
Phra Chula Chom Klao (Rama V / Chulalongkorn) (1868-1910)
Type
Pattern
Year
1869
Value
½ Baht
Currency
Baht / Tical (1869-1897)
Composition
Copper
Weight
8 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#119143
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

White elephant standing left within Chakra and four stars denoting 1/2 Baht

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Baht - Rama V (Copper Pattern; Medal alignment; Plain edge) ND (1869) from Thailand is that it was minted during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), who was known for his efforts to modernize and westernize Thailand. This coin, which was made of copper and weighs 8 grams, features a unique design that reflects the blending of traditional Thai and Western influences, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.