Study on Banknotes During the Reign of Rama IX of the Rattanakosin period in Thailand

Abstract

This paper takes the banknotes in circulation during the reign of Rama IX of the Rattanakosin period in Thailand as the research object, and systematically explores the content and information presented on these banknotes. By carefully reading and summarizing Thai research results, useful viewpoints and methods are extracted, and then the information of banknotes in this period is collected, organized, screened and classified. With the support of Important people and social organizations, in-depth data mining and targeted research are carried out. The research was conducted using the following methods: literature review, physical collection and identification, content analysis, historical analysis, interdisciplinary research method, and inductive-deductive method. The nine sets of banknotes issued during the reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (King Rama IX) are different in content and cover a wide range. This research will be carried out from the following nine dimensions: (1) the history of Thai banknotes; (2) the reflection of language on banknotes; (3) the reflection of lifestyle on banknotes; (4) the presentation of traditional customs on banknotes; (5) the record of royal activities on banknotes; (6) the mark of Thai historical events on banknotes; (7) the integration of multi-ethnic languages on banknotes; (8) the presentation of architectural styles on banknotes; (9) the reflection of economic policies on banknotes. As a research topic for Thai majors, this study is helpful for in-depth understanding of Thai history, culture, economy and social phenomena, and at the same time innovates and enriches teaching content.