© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
1 Siao / ¼ Fueang - Rama V
| Copper | 11.35 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Thailand |
|---|---|
| King | Phra Chula Chom Klao (Rama V / Chulalongkorn) (1868-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1236-1244 (1875-1883) |
| Calendar | Buddhist (Chulasakarat) |
| Value | 1 Siao = ¼ Fuang = 1⁄32 Baht |
| Currency | Baht / Tical (1869-1897) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.35 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 May 1909 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#15281 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
Inscriptions within Java Cassia (Cassia javanica) wreath
Script: Thai
Lettering:
เสี้ยว
๔
อันเฟื้อง
๑๒๓๖
Translation:
Siao
4
pieces [equal to] Fueang
[CS]1236
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Siao / ¼ Fueang coin from Thailand, which was minted during the reign of King Rama V (1875-1883), features a unique blend of traditional Thai design elements and Western-style coinage features. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Rama V, while the reverse side features a Thai dragon (known as a "Naga") surrounded by intricate floral patterns. This blend of East and West design elements makes the coin a fascinating example of cultural fusion in numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1236 (1875) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1238 (1877) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1244 (1883) | 10200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Siao / ¼ Fueang - Rama V 1236-1244 (1875-1883) coin.
