© Harrison Helms
© Harrison Helms
1 Pitis - Khalifatul Mu'minin ND
| Tin | 3.65 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Kelantan (Islamic states of Malaysia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1770-1882 |
| Value | 1 Pitis (0.1) |
| Currency | Keping (1801-1909) |
| Composition | Tin |
| Weight | 3.65 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#295390 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription surrounding circular hole. Base to edge, read clockwise.
Script: Arabic
Lettering: خليفة المؤمنين
Unabridged legend: khalifatul mu'minin
Translation: Ruler of the Faithful
Edge
Plain
Comment
Singh (1986:216-217) date these coins to a period between AD 1770–1882. Variants exist with differing die and diameter.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of tin, which is a relatively soft and malleable metal. This made it easy to mint and shape into coins, but it also made it more susceptible to wear and tear over time. As a result, coins made of tin were often used for smaller denominations and were not meant to be used for long periods of time.