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1 Duit
| Tin | 15 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| Period | Dutch occupation (1640-1802) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1782-1786 |
| Value | 1 Duit (⅛) |
| Currency | Stuiver (1660-1796) |
| Composition | Tin |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#144285 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1 D
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Duit coin from Sri Lanka, also known as Ceylon, is interesting because it was made of tin, which is a relatively soft and malleable metal. This is unusual for coins, as most coins are made of harder metals like copper, silver, or gold to ensure their durability and resistance to wear and tear. The fact that the 1 Duit coin was made of tin suggests that it may have been a deliberate choice made by the mint or the government to use a more affordable and accessible material, possibly due to economic or political factors.
