This coin was made during Emperor Minh Mang's dynasty in Vietnam, from 1820 to 1841. Well known for his opposition to French colonization, Minh Mang was scholarly, learned in eastern philosophy and known for his writings as a poet. This 200 year old coin is set in a sterling silver bezel and hangs from a vintage ball and link chain.

The coin has a diameter of 1 inch and the chain is 16.5 inches long.