Tin 1 Pitis of Mahmud Badaruddin II (AH1219/1805AD) of Palembang Sultanate from Indonesia - Sumatra Islands

Description

Indonesia, Palembang Sultanate, Mahmud Badaruddin II (AH1219/1805AD) Tin 1 Pitis Octagonal (8-sided) with a hole, Obv: Arabic inscription surrounding central circular hole - 'maṣruf fi bilad palembang 1219', Rev: Uniface, 0.26 Gms, Extremely Fine, Rare.

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Step back in time to the early 19th century with this remarkable numismatic treasure from Southeast Asia. This authentic tin 1 pitis coin was issued under the rule of Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II of the Palembang Sultanate in Sumatra, Indonesia, dating back to the Islamic year AH1219 (1805 AD). Struck in tin with a distinctive octagonal (8-sided) shape featuring a central circular hole, this piece weighs a delicate 0.26 grams. The obverse displays a fascinating Arabic inscription reading "maṣruf fi bilad palembang 1219," while the reverse remains uniface. Graded in Extremely Fine condition, this scarce specimen offers exceptional preservation for a base-metal issue of its age and fragility. Historical trade coinages from the Indonesian archipelago are prized by advanced numismatists for their unique regional aesthetics and turbulent colonial-era backstories. Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II is celebrated in history as a fierce nationalist hero who resisted European dominance, making pieces minted during his reign deeply meaningful. Whether you are building a specialized Southeast Asian cabinet or seeking unusual world coins, this rare artifact brings tangible history and exotic charm to your collection.