4 Francs - Norodom I (Essai) 1860 front 4 Francs - Norodom I (Essai) 1860 back
4 Francs - Norodom I (Essai) 1860 photo
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4 Francs - Norodom I Essai

1860 year
Silver - 33.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Cambodia
King
Norodom (1860-1904)
Type
Pattern
Year
1860
Value
4 Francs
Currency
Franc (1860-1953)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
33.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#184295
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: · QUATRE FRANCS ·

Engraver: Henri Charles Würden

Interesting fact

The Pattern 4 Francs - Norodom I (Essai) 1860 from Cambodia made of Silver is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 examples known to exist. It was minted during the reign of King Norodom I, who ruled Cambodia from 1860 to 1904. The coin features an image of the king on one side and a depiction of a temple on the other. It is considered a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its rarity and historical significance.