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6 Văn - Hàm Nghi Thông Bảo; with value ND
| Brass | 2.57 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hàm Nghi (1884-1885) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1884-1885 |
| Value | 6 Văn (文六) |
| Currency | Văn (1868-1945) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 2.57 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#11324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
One Chinese ideogram to the right and one to the left.
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Lettering: 文六
Translation:
Lục Văn
6 Văn
Edge
Plain
Comment
The denomination Văn was used from 1868 to 1885, indicating how many zinc coins one brass coin was worth. After 1885, while the term Văn still appeared on the coin, it became synonymous with Cash.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Văn - Hàm Nghi coin is that it was designed by a French engraver named Ernest-Eugène Hiolle, who was responsible for creating many of the coin designs used during the French colonial period in Indochina.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1884-1885) | 24000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Văn - Hàm Nghi (Thông Bảo; with value) ND (1884-1885) coin.
