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1700s, Northern Thailand. Silver Bar / Bracelet Ingot (Item Money). 117.52gm!

Region: Northern Thailand Mint Period: 1800s-1900s Reference: Mitchiner 2781. R! Denomination: Silver Bracelet Ingot Bar Condition: Usual wear from circulation, nicely incised decoration, deposits, otherwise VF-XF! Outer diameter: 65mm Inner diameter: 46mm Weight: 117.52gm Material: Silver

Northern Thailand is geographically characterised by several mountain ranges, which continue from the Shan Hills in bordering Myanmar to Laos, and the river valleys which cut through them. Though like most of Thailand, it has a tropical savanna climate, its relatively high elevation and latitude contribute to more pronounced seasonal temperature variation, with cooler winters than the other regions. Historically it is related to the Lanna Kingdom and its culture.

Luang Prabang, or Louangphrabang ("Royal Buddha Image (in the Dispelling Fear mudra)," pronounced), is a city located in north central Laos, where the Nam Khan river meets the Mekong River about 425 kilometers (264 mi) north of Vientiane. It is the capital of Luang Prabang Province.

The city was formerly the capital of a kingdom of the same name. Until the communist takeover in 1975, it was the royal capital and seat of government of the Kingdom of Laos. The city is also notable as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The main part of the city consists of four main roads located on a peninsula between the Nam Khan and Mekong rivers. The city is well known for its numerous Buddhist temples and monasteries. Every morning, hundreds of monks from the various monasteries walk through the streets collecting alms. One of the major landmarks in the city is a large steep hill on which sits Wat Chom Si.

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