4 Riels (Cryptocleidus)
Cambodia • 4 Riels • Copper-nickel • 1993
- Denomination
- 4 Riels
- Issuer
- Cambodia
- Struck
- 1993
- Composition
- Copper-nickel
- Currency
- Second riel
- Weight
- 12.7 g
- Diameter
- 32.8 mm
- Catalog refs
- KM 86
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Where it came from
The 4 Riels coin featuring the Cryptocleidus was issued by the National Bank of Cambodia in 1993 as part of an expansive series dedicated to prehistoric life. This collection was produced during a period of transition and reconstruction for the Cambodian monetary system following years of geopolitical instability, and such commemorative issues were frequently minted to generate international interest among numismatists and raise revenue for the state.
The design draws upon popular paleontological themes, depicting the marine reptile Cryptocleidus to highlight the intrigue of ancient ecosystems. While the technical artistry reflects standard mid-nineties minting practices typical of commemorative coins produced for the collector market, the series serves as a curious artifact of Cambodian numismatic history, intended primarily for global distribution rather than local commercial circulation.
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