5 Tiền - Thiệu Trị ND (1841-1847) front 5 Tiền - Thiệu Trị ND (1841-1847) back
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5 Tiền - Thiệu Trị ND

 
Silver 19 g -
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vietnam
Emperor
Thiệu Trị (1841-1847)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1841-1847
Value
5 Tien
Currency
Tiền (1400-1945)
Composition
Silver
Weight
19 g
Shape
Round with a square hole
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#16246
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Tiền - Thiệu Trị ND (1841-1847) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and economic change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Thiệu Trị, who was known for his efforts to modernize and Westernize Vietnam. This period saw the introduction of new technologies, institutions, and ideas from Europe, which had a profound impact on Vietnamese society. The coin itself reflects this change, as it was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely traded metal at the time, and features a unique blend of traditional Vietnamese design elements and Western-style minting techniques.