1 Kupang - Mansur Malik ND
| Gold (.900) | 0.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Samudra-Pasai (Indonesian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1297-1333 |
| Value | 1 Kupang |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#33535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription in two lines, surrounded by beaded circle.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
السلطان
العادل
Unabridged legend: al-sulṭan al-'adil
Translation: The just sultan
Edge
Plain
Comment
See:- Aelst, Arjan (1995). "Majapahit Picis; The currency of a 'moneyless' society 1300-1700."
- Alfian, T. Ibrahim (1997). Mata Uang Emas Kerajaan-kerajaan di Aceh.
- Leyten, J. (2004). A Catalogue of the Gold Coins of Samudra Pasai and Acheh; their origin, name, and weight, in a historical context. (page 39, 122)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kupang coin from the Sultanate of Samudra-Pasai is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu-Buddhist influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the inscription "Sri Maharaja Raja Mansur Malik" in Jawi script, indicating the Islamic influence, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Hindu-Buddhist deity, possibly Shiva or Vishnu, signifying the cultural exchange and syncretism that characterized the Sultanate's history. This blending of religious and cultural motifs reflects the diverse and inclusive nature of the Sultanate's society during that time.
