5 Tiền - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) front 5 Tiền - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) back
5 Tiền - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) photo
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5 Tiền - Tự Đức ND

 
Gold 18.95 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Tự Đức (1847-1883)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1848-1883
Value
5 Tien
Currency
Tiền (1400-1945)
Composition
Gold
Weight
18.95 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#342972
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two character inscription on facing dragon, within scalloped border.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Tiền - Tự Đức ND (1848-1883) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Tự Đức, who ruled Vietnam from 1848 to 1883. During this time, Vietnam was facing pressure from European powers, particularly France, which eventually led to the country becoming a French colony in 1884. Despite this, the 5 Tiền coin remained in circulation until 1883, when it was replaced by the French Indochinese piastre. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex and transformative period in Vietnam's past.