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1 Văn - Nguyên Phù imitation coinage ND
1600 year| Copper | 1.3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1600 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (970-1868) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#64645 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Blank.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was created during a time of economic turmoil in Vietnam, specifically during the reign of Emperor Nguyen Phuc Nguyen in the early 17th century. The coin was part of a new currency system introduced by the emperor to address the economic challenges faced by the empire, which included high inflation and a lack of standardized currency. The 1 Văn coin was made of copper and had a unique design, featuring a square hole in the center and a combination of Vietnamese and Chinese characters on the obverse and reverse sides, respectively. Despite its historical significance, the coin's value today is relatively low, and it is considered a rare collector's item among numismatists.
