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5 Satang - Rama VIII Posthumous
2489 (1946) year| Tin | 1.25 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Thailand |
|---|---|
| King | Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) (1935-1946) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2489 (1946) |
| Calendar | Thai |
| Value | 5 Satangs (5 สตางค์) (0.05 THB) |
| Currency | Baht (1897-date) |
| Composition | Tin |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#12232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Garuda
Script: Thai
Lettering:
รัฐบาลไทย
๕ สต.
พ.ศ.๒๔๘๙
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Satang coin from Thailand, minted in 1946, features a portrait of King Rama VIII (Posthumous) on one side and the Thai emblem on the other. What's unique about this coin is that it was made of tin, which is a relatively soft and corrosion-prone metal. This was likely a cost-saving measure during a time of economic hardship in Thailand, as tin was cheaper and more readily available than other metals. Despite its humble composition, the coin remains a valuable collector's item and a piece of Thai history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2489 (1946) | 24480000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Satang - Rama VIII (Posthumous) 2489 (1946) coin.
