Ancient Vietnamese Coins

That's a pretty broad time period. There are probably a couple hundred different coins to account for.

For the 19th century, obviously the gold and silver coins carry a premium. Also the larger cast bronze coins are more valuable than the small cast coins. Think quarter size and larger.

For the 20th century the coins minted in 1945 and 1946 are the ones to look for.

Remember, condition plays a huge role in the value of any coin. If you posted pictures I'm sure some one here could help you more.

Yes, genuine old Vietnamese coins certainly can value. But be aware that over in Vietnam, fake coins of all types and periods are fairly commonly encountered.

Particularly common appear to be reproductions of the large copper "cash-style" coins; these are apparently used as good luck charms attached to Vietnamese houses.

Silver piastres of French Indochina are also popular targets for the fake-makers.

Copper coins from this part of the world are often found in a greenish state, and aluminium coins from the early Communist period are often so badly corroded that they're unrecognisable. This high degree of corrosion comes partly from the tropical environment of that country, partly from the habit that the street-vendors have of leaving bowls of old coins outside in the open-air markets, come rain, hail or shine.

Weight. Silver and copper are dense, aluminium and zinc feel light by comparison.

Show us some pics and we can let you know what you've got.