5 Sho Pattern ND
1910 yearSilver | - | - |
Issuer | Tibet (China) |
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Period | Ganden Phodrang (1642-1959) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1910 |
Value | 5 Sho (0.5) |
Currency | Srang (1792-1959) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#297686 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheel of Law surrounded by flaming jewel, ribbons, and lotus flower below, all surrounded by the Buddhist Eight Auspicious symbols (a white parasol, a conch shell, a treasure vase, a victory banner, a dharma wheel, a pair of golden fish, an endless knot, and a lotus flower) within the petals of an eight-petalled lotus.
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Sho (Pattern) ND (1910) from Tibet (China) made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of Tibetan and Chinese design elements. The coin's obverse features a portrait of the Tibetan king, while the reverse depicts a traditional Chinese dragon, highlighting the cultural exchange and influence between the two regions during that time period.