½ Tamlueng - Rama V (Nickel Pattern; Plain edge) ND (1869) front ½ Tamlueng - Rama V (Nickel Pattern; Plain edge) ND (1869) back
½ Tamlueng - Rama V (Nickel Pattern; Plain edge) ND (1869) photo
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½ Tamlueng - Rama V Nickel Pattern; Plain edge ND

1869 year
Nickel 23.6 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Thailand
King
Phra Chula Chom Klao (Rama V / Chulalongkorn) (1868-1910)
Type
Pattern
Year
1869
Value
½ Tamlung = 2 Bahts
Currency
Baht / Tical (1869-1897)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
23.6 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#174422
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Elephant facing left in center of 9-balded Chakra surrounding with 16 stars

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern ½ Tamlueng - Rama V (Nickel Pattern; Plain edge) ND (1869) from Thailand is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is believed that this coin was minted as a trial or pattern piece, and it features a unique design that differs from the regular issue coins of the time. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of King Rama V, while the reverse features a depiction of a Thai temple and the denomination "1/2 Tamlueng" (which is equivalent to 25 satang). The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Thai history.