1943-44 French Indo China Tael LM-435 Sm. Deer Hd. NGC MS 62

CVC & Collectables presents this 1943-44 French Indo China Tael LM-435 Small Deer Head, features the “Small Deer Head” variety and represents a rare and historically significant issue from World War II-era Southeast Asia. Graded MS 62 by NGC, this coin retains strong luster, minimal circulation marks, and well-preserved details, making it an excellent collector’s piece. Coin Highlights: Issuer: French Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia under French colonial rule) Date: 1943-1944 Denomination: 1 Tael Composition: Silver (.900 fine) Weight: 37.4 g Diameter: 40 mm Edge: Plain Catalog Reference: LM-435 (Lecompte 435), “Small Deer Head” Variety Grade: NGC MS 62 — Uncirculated with strong luster and minor surface marks typical for the issue. Obverse: Design: A stylized Chinese-style deer head, one of the key distinguishing features of this variety. Inscription: Chinese characters denoting the weight, purity, and silver content, reflecting its acceptance in regional trade. Reverse: Design: Ornate traditional Chinese script and symbols, designed for circulation in Southeast Asian and Chinese markets. Markings: Denominations and verification inscriptions used for trade legitimacy Collectibility: This 1943-44 French Indo China Tael “Small Deer Head” (LM-435, NGC MS 62) is a highly desirable coin for collectors. With its MS 62 grade, wartime history, and scarcity in high grades, this coin is a key piece of Southeast Asian numismatic heritage, reflecting the complex trade dynamics and political shifts of WWII-era Indochina. A stunning silver trade coin, blending French colonial, Chinese economic, and wartime influences into one historical artifact! Find more alike here!