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5 Tiền - Minh Mạng Thông Bảo
| Issuer | Empire of Vietnam |
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| Year | 1820-1841 |
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| Value | 5 Tien |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features a powerfully rendered imperial dragon in high relief, its horned head facing forward at the top of the field with prominent eyes, open jaws, and detailed scales, its sinuous body coiling downward around a central radiant sunburst with a raised boss, mirroring the obverse motif. The dragon's clawed limbs and scaled tail are visible amid stylized cloud and wave scrollwork that fills the field, conveying dynamic imperial majesty. To the right of the central device, the character 龍 (Long, meaning dragon) appears, with the character 文 (Văn, meaning cash or script) to the left. The entire composition is enclosed by the same elaborate wave-scroll border and outer beaded rim as the obverse, maintaining aesthetic continuity. The casting quality is exceptional, with crisp relief throughout, exemplifying the refined artistry of Nguyễn dynasty imperial silver coinage. |
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| Edge | Plain |
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| Mintage | ND (1820-1841) |
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