2 Tiền - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) front 2 Tiền - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) back
2 Tiền - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) photo
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2 Tiền - Tự Đức ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Tự Đức (1847-1883)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1848-1883
Value
2 Tien
Currency
Tiền (1400-1945)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round with a square hole
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#53521
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Tiền - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) silver coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was designed by French engraver and designer, Jean-Baptiste Farochon. Farochon was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and was responsible for designing many coins for various countries, including Vietnam, during the 19th century. His design for the 2 Tiền coin features a portrait of Emperor Tự Đức on one side and a dragon on the other, symbolizing the country's cultural heritage and mythology.