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00:00Thailand's monetary history features many unique forms of currency, but one of the most
00:04iconic is Ngern Potduang.
00:07Ngern Potduang was used from the 13th century until the late 19th century.
00:12Many theories suggest that these coins were made of silver shaped like a disc with a hole
00:17in the center, often resembling a bell.
00:20The name Potduang reflects this shape and these coins were used for trade across Thailand
00:25and neighboring regions.
00:27The coins feature the king's inscription and were not standardized in size or weight.
00:32Marking their value fluctuates, the coins symbolize the state's control over currency
00:37and their weight determines their value in commerce.
00:40Unlike today's modern baht, the value of Potduang coins varies.
00:44At times, one baht would equal several Potduang coins depending on the era and the silver
00:50content.