Katalog
| İhraççı | Bangladesh |
|---|---|
| Yıl | 1974 |
| Tür | Standard circulation coin |
| Değer | 1 Poisha |
| Para birimi | Taka (1972-date) |
| Bileşim | Aluminium (97.2% Aluminium, 2.8% Magnesium) |
| Ağırlık | 0.51 g |
| Çap | 16 mm |
| Kalınlık | 1.15 mm |
| Şekil | Round |
| Teknik | Milled |
| Yönlendirme | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Gravürcü(ler) | |
| Dolaşımda olduğu yıl | |
| Referans(lar) | KM#5, Schön#1 |
| Ön yüz açıklaması | The National Emblem of Bangladesh: a water lily bordered on two sides by rice sheaves. Above are a three-leaf clover of tea leaves and four stars representing the four principles of the first constitution of Bangladesh in 1972: nationalism, secularism, socialism, and democracy. |
|---|---|
| Ön yüz yazısı | |
| Ön yüz lejandı | |
| Arka yüz açıklaması | Face value in text form and the word `Bangladesh` |
| Arka yüz yazısı | Bengali |
| Arka yüz lejandı |
বাংলাদেশ ১৯৭৪ ১ এক পয়সা (Translation: Bangladesh 1974 1 One Poisha) |
| Kenar | Smooth |
| Darphane | |
| Basma adedi |
1974 - ১৯৭৪ - 300 000 000 |
| Numisquare Kimliği | 7311573370 |
| Ek bilgiler |
Historical Context: The 1974 1 Poisha coin from Bangladesh emerges from a pivotal period of nation-building following its hard-won independence in 1971. Under Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's leadership, the nascent state was actively establishing its sovereign identity, including a distinct monetary system. This low-denomination coin was fundamental for daily commerce, signifying Bangladesh's economic autonomy and its commitment to a functional, independent currency, replacing the previous Pakistani standard.
Artistry: The design of the 1974 1 Poisha exemplifies a post-colonial, nationalistic stylistic school, prioritizing clear communication of national identity and denomination. The obverse proudly displays the National Emblem of Bangladesh: the Shapla (water lily), flanked by rice sheaves and jute leaves, with four stars above. The reverse is straightforward, presenting "1 POISHA" in both Bengali and English, the year "1974," and "BANGLADESH" in Bengali script, reflecting a utilitarian yet symbolic aesthetic.
Technical/Grading: Struck in a lightweight aluminium alloy (97.2% Aluminium, 2.8% Magnesium), this 16mm coin weighs 0.51 grams. Key high-points for grading include the central water lily and surrounding rice/jute details on the obverse, and the raised lettering on the reverse. Due to the soft metal and mass production, strikes are often shallow, leading to flatness in finer elements. Uncirculated examples exhibit a satiny luster, though the alloy is highly susceptible to bag marks, dings, and environmental toning, quickly degrading eye appeal.