1 Văn - Chính Hòa (Unofficial coin) ND front 1 Văn - Chính Hòa (Unofficial coin) ND back
1 Văn - Chính Hòa (Unofficial coin) ND photo
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1 Văn - Chính Hòa (Unofficial coin) ND

 
Zinc 2.2 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (970-1868)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Thickness
0.9 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#355440
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Right Crescent
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Lettering: )

Interesting fact

The 1 Văn - Chính Hòa coin from the Empire of Vietnam was designed by artist Nguyễn Đức Thọ, who was also a prominent painter and sculptor in Vietnam. The coin features a portrait of Emperor Hàm Nghi on one side and a dragon on the other, which symbolizes power and prosperity in Vietnamese culture.