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4 Tiền - Bao Dai
| Issuer | Vietnam, Empire of |
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| Year | 1926-1945 |
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| Value | 4 Tien |
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| Obverse description | Central flaming sun or starburst motif occupies the middle of the field, rendered in high relief with radiating pointed rays surrounding a raised central boss. Four large Chinese characters are arranged in the cardinal positions around the central device, reading 保大寳鑑 (Bao Dai Bao Chien). The coin is bordered by a continuous ring of beads forming a denticulated rim. Two suspension holes are pierced at the top and bottom of the coin, indicating use as an ornamental or ceremonial piece. |
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| Obverse lettering | 保大寳鑑 (Translation: Bao Dai Bao Chien) |
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| Mintage | ND (1926-1945) |
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