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1 Baht - Rama V Silver Pattern; Medal alignment; Plain edge ND
1869 year| Silver | 30.8 mm |
| Issuer | Thailand |
|---|---|
| King | Phra Chula Chom Klao (Rama V / Chulalongkorn) (1868-1910) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1869 |
| Value | 1 Baht |
| Currency | Baht / Tical (1869-1897) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 30.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#174426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Elephant in center of Chakra surrounded with 8 stars
Each star represent 1 Fueang, so 8 stars represent 1 Baht
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Baht - Rama V (Silver Pattern; Medal alignment; Plain edge) ND (1869) from Thailand made of Silver is that it was minted during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) and features a unique blend of traditional Thai and Western design elements. The obverse of the coin depicts the king's portrait in a Western-style, while the reverse features a Thai-style image of a standing Buddha, reflecting the cultural fusion that was prevalent during the king's reign. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a highly sought-after piece among numismatists and collectors of Thai currency.
