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1 Mu - Mindon Min
1214 (1853) year| Gold (.900) | - | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Myanmar |
|---|---|
| King | Mindon Min (1853-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1214 (1853) |
| Calendar | Buddhist (Chulasakarat) |
| Value | 1 Gold Mu = 16 Silver Mu (1.6) |
| Currency | First kyat (1852-1889) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#43109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mu - Mindon Min 1214 (1853) gold coin from Myanmar is that it was issued during the reign of King Mindon Min, who was known for his efforts to modernize and open up Myanmar to the outside world. This coin was part of a series of coins introduced during his reign to replace the traditional bartering system with a standardized currency. The coin's design features the king's image on one side and a Buddhist symbol on the other, reflecting the country's strong Buddhist traditions.
