Thailand Money 10 baht coin, Phaya Garuda God Bird Siam 2 Kings Rama Medal

Description: Thailand Money 10 baht coin, Phaya Garuda God Bird Siam 2 Kings Rama Medal **Thailand's 10 baht coin: 1 coin with acrylic box.** New coin, unused Background and Significance:The 10 baht bimetallic coin was issued by the Royal Thai Mint in 2006 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), Thailand's first indigenous bank. Established in 1906 (B.E. 2449) by Prince Mahisorn Phakdi, SCB played a pivotal role in the development of Thailand’s financial sector. The issuance of this coin marked a significant milestone, celebrating a century of banking and economic progress in Thailand. Coin Specifications:Year of Issue: 2006 (B.E. 2549)Value: 10 Thai BahtMaterial: BimetallicOuter Ring: Cupro-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)Inner Core: Nickel-brass (70% copper, 24.5% zinc, 5.5% nickel)Weight: Approximately 8.5 gramsDiameter: 26 mmThickness: 2 mm Design Features:Obverse Side (Front):Portrait: The obverse features a right-facing portrait of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX). His Majesty is depicted in regal attire, symbolizing his long reign and his role as a stabilizing force in Thailand’s development.Inscriptions: Surrounding the portrait are inscriptions in Thai, which typically include the King's title and name, as well as the year of issue in the Buddhist calendar (B.E. 2549).Reverse Side (Back):Main Image: The reverse side prominently displays the logo of Siam Commercial Bank. The logo often features an image of a Garuda, a mythical bird-like creature, which is also the emblem of the Thai monarchy. This symbolizes the bank's royal patronage and its esteemed position in Thai society. Inscriptions: Below the logo, the Thai script marks the 100th anniversary of SCB, including the years 1906-2006, and the coin's value is inscribed in both Thai and Arabic numerals. Material Appearance:Bimetallic Design: The coin has a distinctive two-color appearance, with a silver outer ring and a gold-colored inner core. This bimetallic design is both aesthetically pleasing and serves as a security feature to prevent counterfeiting. Outer Ring (Cupro-nickel): The outer ring has a silver-white appearance, characteristic of cupro-nickel alloys, which are durable and resistant to tarnish.Inner Core (Nickel-brass): The inner core has a warm golden hue, typical of nickel-brass, giving the coin a unique visual contrast against the outer ring. Collectibility and Circulation:This commemorative coin, while still legal tender, is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and the prestige of the institution it honors. Although it was minted for general circulation, its commemorative nature often leads it to be kept as a collectible item rather than used in everyday transactions. The coin is often preserved in mint condition by numismatists and is considered a valuable piece in any collection of Thai currency.

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