Siamese Porcelain and Other Tokens
Ramsden, H. A.
Sold by MKK Books Hua Hin, Hua Hin, PRACH, Thailand
AbeBooks Seller since December 4, 2025
Used - Hardcover
Condition: Used - Good
Ships from Thailand to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketSold by MKK Books Hua Hin, Hua Hin, PRACH, Thailand
AbeBooks Seller since December 4, 2025
Condition: Used - Good
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketRare 1911 first edition of H. A. Ramsden?s classic numismatic study of Siamese (Thai) porcelain gambling tokens and related charms. Published in Yokohama by the Numismatic & Philatelic house Jun Kobayagawa Co. This copy has been professionally rebound in brown cloth with gilt title; the original printed wrappers are preserved and bound inside, including the original advertising leaf.
Condition: Good. Rebound hardcover; original wrappers retained. Interior shows age toning, scattered foxing, mild waviness, and occasional small stains consistent with 1911 paper. Pencil notes and a small red ownership stamp on front endpaper. No pages missing. Solid, clean text block. A sound and well-preserved copy of a rare early Southeast Asian numismatic reference.
Ramsden, President of the Yokohama Numismatic Society, provides detailed descriptions and classifications of Siamese porcelain tokens, Chinese and Korean charms, amulets, and related material culture. Highly sought after by collectors of Thai currency and early Asian numismatic literature. Rare in any condition, particularly with original wraps present.
Seller Inventory # MKK-062
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