Luxurious silver jewelry and objects have been part of Vietnamese culture since prehistoric times, as evidenced by archaeological findings.
Throughout the feudal era, silver was considered a precious metal, second only to gold, and the phrase “gold and silver” is common in Vietnamese folklore.
Silver was used to craft jewelry, luxurious items, purchase weapons and military provisions, and served as a unit of calculation for war expenses and domestic currency.
The custom of burying silver, along with gold, jade, and other treasures, was practiced by the royal family, nobility, and mandarins.
The value difference between gold and silver has widened in modern times due to advanced technology and the discovery of silver mines, compared to the feudal period.
