5 Tiền - Minh Mạng ND (1820-1841) front 5 Tiền - Minh Mạng ND (1820-1841) back
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5 Tiền - Minh Mạng ND

 
Silver 19 g -
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Minh Mạng (1820-1841)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1820-1841
Value
5 Tien
Currency
Tiền (1400-1945)
Composition
Silver
Weight
19 g
Shape
Rectangular (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#21093
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Tiền - Minh Mạng ND (1820-1841) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and economic change in the region. The Minh Mạng dynasty was known for its efforts to modernize and open up Vietnam to the outside world, and the introduction of a standardized coinage system was part of this process. The 5 Tiền coin, made of silver and weighing 19 grams, was a significant denomination at the time and reflects the growing economic influence of the region.