50 Cents - Sisavang Vong (Piedfort Essai) 1952 front 50 Cents - Sisavang Vong (Piedfort Essai) 1952 back
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50 Cents - Sisavang Vong Piedfort Essai

1952 year
Aluminium - -
Description
Issuer
Laos
King
Sisavang Vong (1946-1959)
Type
Pattern
Year
1952
Value
50 Cents (0.50)
Currency
Piastre (1952)
Composition
Aluminium
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#319242
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Scripts: Lao, Latin

Lettering:
໑໙໕໒
໕0 ງັດ
50 CENTS
ESSAI
1952

Translation:
1952
50 Cents
50 Cents
Trial
1952

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Cents - Sisavang Vong (Piedfort Essai) 1952 from Laos made of Aluminium is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 pieces known to exist. It was minted during the reign of King Sisavang Vong, who ruled Laos from 1904 to 1959. The coin features the king's portrait on one side and the national emblem of Laos on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1952  104 - - - - - -

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