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20 Satang - Rama VIII
2485 (1942) year| Silver (.650) | 3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Thailand |
|---|---|
| King | Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) (1935-1946) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2485 (1942) |
| Calendar | Thai |
| Value | 20 Satangs (20 สตางค์) (0.20 THB) |
| Currency | Baht (1897-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.650) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#17203 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Lettering:
๒๐ สต.
รัฐบาลไทย
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Satang - Rama VIII 2485 (1942) coin from Thailand is that it was minted during World War II, specifically in 1942, when Thailand was under Japanese occupation. This coin was part of an emergency issue of currency, as the traditional currency of Thailand, the baht, was in short supply at the time. The 20 Satang coin was made of silver and weighed 3 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin of its denomination. Despite its relatively small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of Thailand during a time of great turmoil and change.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2485 (1942) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Satang - Rama VIII 2485 (1942) coin.
