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50 Văn - Tự Đức Bảo Sao ND
| Brass | 27.20 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tự Đức (1847-1883) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1861-1870 |
| Value | 50 Văn |
| Currency | Văn (1868-1945) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 27.20 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#31853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Four Chinese ideograms read top to right, left to bottom.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering:
準
十 五
文
Translation:
Chuẩn Ngũ Thập Văn
Equal to 50 Văn
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Tự Đức Bảo Sao coins were created to complement the regular circulation coins; however, due to their intrinsic value being much small than their nominal values, they were poorly received. Originally introduced in 1861, these pieces saw a further decrease in weight in 1870 (while keeping the nominal values the same).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Văn - Tự Đức (Bảo Sao) ND (1861-1870) coin from the Empire of Vietnam is that it was designed by French engraver, Jean-Baptiste Farochon. Farochon was a prominent engraver of the time, known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for the 50 Văn coin features a portrait of Emperor Tự Đức on one side and a dragon on the other. The coin was minted in brass and weighs 27.20 grams, making it a substantial piece of currency for its time.
