5⁄3 Baht - Rama IV (Countermarked Peruan 8 Reales) 1840-1843 front 5⁄3 Baht - Rama IV (Countermarked Peruan 8 Reales) 1840-1843 back
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5⁄3 Baht - Rama IV Countermarked Peruan 8 Reales

 
Silver (.903) 27.07 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Thailand
King
Phra Chom Klao (Rama IV / Mongkut) (1851-1868)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1840-1843
Value
5⁄3 Bahts
Currency
Baht / Tical (1869-1897)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
27.07 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Countermarked
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#174445
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering:
REPUB. PERUANA. LIMAE.8 R. M.B
.1840.

Comment

Only 2 coins known, dated 1840 and 1843.
Circulated along with non-countermarked coins.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was countermarked with the Peruan 8 Reales, indicating that it was used as currency in Peru, highlighting the global reach and influence of Thai currency during the 19th century.