1 Lang - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) front 1 Lang - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) back
1 Lang - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) photo
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1 Lang - Tự Đức ND

 
Gold 37.88 g 48 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Tự Đức (1847-1883)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1848-1883
Value
1 Lang (10)
Currency
Tiền (1400-1945)
Composition
Gold
Weight
37.88 g
Diameter
48 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#343627
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Characters around central radiant sun; in quarters, dragon flying left; all within scalloped border.

Translation: Nhat Lang Viet Trung

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Lang - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Tự Đức, who ruled Vietnam from 1848 to 1883. During his reign, Vietnam faced numerous challenges, including the threat of French colonization and the rise of the Cần Vương movement, which sought to expel foreign powers from the country. Despite these challenges, the 1 Lang coin remained a symbol of Vietnam's independence and sovereignty.