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Authentic Vietnamese cash coin issued during the reign of Emperor Quang Trung (Nguyễn Huệ) of the Tây Sơn Dynasty, circa 1788-1792. Cast bronze/copper-alloy coin featuring the four-character inscription “Quang Trung Thông Bảo” surrounding a square center hole. Blank reverse as issued. A fascinating piece from one of Vietnam’s most famous historical rulers and military leaders. These traditional cash coins circulated throughout late 18th-century Vietnam and are highly collectible examples of Southeast Asian numismatics. Details:    •   Country: Vietnam (Empire of Vietnam / Tây Sơn Dynasty)    •   Emperor: Quang Trung    •   Date: 1788-1792    •   Denomination: Cash    •   Composition: Bronze/Copper Alloy    •   Type: Cast coin with square center hole    •   Reverse: Blank    •   Approx. diameter: 24-25mm    •   Original ancient coin, not a modern reproduction