1 Lang - Đồng Khánh ND (1885-1889) front 1 Lang - Đồng Khánh ND (1885-1889) back
1 Lang - Đồng Khánh ND (1885-1889) photo
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1 Lang - Đồng Khánh ND

 
Gold 37.59 g 65 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Đồng Khánh (1885-1889)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1885-1889
Value
1 Lang (10)
Currency
Tiền (1400-1945)
Composition
Gold
Weight
37.59 g
Diameter
65 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#315153
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

A poem in Chinese characters

Translation: Jade pendant and cinnabar in a thousand years transmute / the purest gold indefinitely perpetuates / reward merit and virtue: as only precious Wisdom is recognised"

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Lang - Đồng Khánh ND (1885-1889) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the country. The coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Đồng Khánh, who ruled Vietnam from 1885 to 1889. During this period, Vietnam was facing increasing pressure from European powers, particularly France, which would eventually lead to the colonization of the country. Despite this, the coin remained in circulation until the early 20th century, and it remains a valuable collector's item today.