½ Tamlueng - Rama IV ND (1863) front ½ Tamlueng - Rama IV ND (1863) back
½ Tamlueng - Rama IV ND (1863) photo
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½ Tamlueng - Rama IV ND

1863 year
Gold - 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Thailand
King
Phra Chom Klao (Rama IV / Mongkut) (1851-1868)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1863
Value
½ Tamlung = 2 Bahts
Currency
Baht / Tical (1869-1897)
Composition
Gold
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#219037
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Elephant in Chakra, 16 stars surround

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Tamlueng - Rama IV ND (1863) gold coin from Thailand is that it features a unique blend of traditional Thai and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Rama IV in a traditional Thai style, while the reverse side features a Western-style image of a standing Buddha. This blending of styles reflects the cultural influences of the time and adds to the coin's historical and artistic significance.