East and South Asia in the 19th Century

Laos

Laos was also annexed into French Indo-China, although it was not as important for French interests as Cambodia or Viet Nam. Industry and modern conveniences became common in the capital of Vientiane, but the predominantly rural population continued to live as they had for centuries, but silver ingots still played an important role in daily life.

Silver ingot (19th century), from Vientiane.