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1 Tiền - Thieu Tri ND
Gold | 3.7 g | - |
Issuer | Empire of Vietnam |
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Emperor | Thiệu Trị (1841-1847) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1848-1883 |
Value | 1 Tien |
Currency | Tiền (1400-1945) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 3.7 g |
Shape | Round with a square hole |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#49599 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
Thieu Tri = 紹治Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tiền - Thieu Tri ND (1848-1883) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and economic change in the country. The coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Thieu Tri, who ruled Vietnam from 1848 to 1883. During his reign, the country underwent modernization and Westernization efforts, which included the adoption of Western-style currency. The 1 Tiền coin was one of the first coins to be minted in the Western style, and it features an image of a dragon on one side and the Vietnamese emperor on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and it serves as a reminder of Vietnam's rich history and cultural heritage.