1 Fueang - Rama I ND (1785-1809) front 1 Fueang - Rama I ND (1785-1809) back
1 Fueang - Rama I ND (1785-1809) photo
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1 Fueang - Rama I ND

 
Silver 1.8 g 8 mm
Description
Issuer
Thailand
King
Phra Phutthayotfa Chulalok (Rama I) (1782-1809)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1785-1809
Value
1 Fuang (⅛)
Currency
Baht / Tical (1238-1869)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
8 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#21391
Rarity index
83%

Interesting fact

The 1 Fueang coin from Thailand, which was minted during the reign of King Rama I (1785-1809), was made of silver and weighed 1.8 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of Thailand's currency system at the time, and it remained in circulation for many years. In fact, the 1 Fueang coin was still being used as legal tender in Thailand until the early 20th century. Today, it is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in Thai currency.