5⁄3 Baht - Rama IV Countermarked Peruan 8 Reales
Silver (.903) | 27.07 g | 38 mm |
Issuer | Thailand |
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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 |
Numista | N#174445 |
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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.