⅛ Pya 1231 (1869) front ⅛ Pya 1231 (1869) back
⅛ Pya 1231 (1869) photo

⅛ Pya

1231 (1869) year
Lead 7 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Myanmar
King
Mindon Min (1853-1878)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1231 (1869)
Calendar
Buddhist (Chulasakarat)
Value
⅛ Pya (1⁄640)
Currency
First kyat (1852-1889)
Composition
Lead
Weight
7 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#310288
Rarity index
94%

Interesting fact

The ⅛ Pya 1231 (1869) coin from Myanmar made of Lead weighing 7 g is interesting because it is one of the few coins in the world that was made of lead, which is a relatively soft and malleable metal. This makes it unique compared to most coins, which are typically made of more durable materials like copper, silver, or gold.