© Ulmo
© Ulmo
1 Kyat
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 11.65 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Myanmar |
|---|---|
| Period | Union of Burma (1948-1974) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1952-1965 |
| Value | 1 Kyat 1 MMK = USD 0.00048 |
| Currency | Third kyat (1952-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 11.65 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#7691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Denomination flanked by sprays, date below
Script: Burmese
Lettering:
၁ိ
တကျပ်
၁၉၅၃
Translation:
1 Kyat
1953
Edge
Security edge
Interesting fact
The 1 Kyat coin from Myanmar features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural heritage. On one side, it depicts a stylized peacock, which is a symbol of prosperity and good luck in Burmese culture. On the other side, it features a stylized representation of the Shwedagon Pagoda, a famous Buddhist temple in Yangon that is considered one of the most sacred sites in Myanmar. The coin's design was created by the renowned Burmese artist, Ba Nyan, and it has been praised for its beauty and cultural significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1953 | 7500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1956 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1962 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1965 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Kyat 1952-1965 coin.
