Catalogue
| Émetteur | Brunei |
|---|---|
| Année | 1618-1868 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | 1 Pitis |
| Devise | Pitis (1868-1886) |
| Composition | Tin-lead |
| Poids | 5.3 g |
| Diamètre | 20 mm |
| Épaisseur | 2 mm |
| Forme | Round |
| Technique | |
| Orientation | |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) |
| Description de l’avers | A Flowery pattern covering the whole coin within a circle border with dots |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | |
| Légende de l’avers | |
| Description du revers | A Flowery pattern covering the whole coin within a circle border with dots |
| Écriture du revers | |
| Légende du revers | |
| Tranche | Plain |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
ND (1618-1868) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 1815895770 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
Historical Context: The Pitis Bunga, issued by the Sultanate of Brunei from 1618 to 1868, spans a significant period of declining regional power and increasing European influence. This long issuance indicates a stable, utilitarian currency essential for local commerce. As a small denomination tin-lead coin, it facilitated daily transactions, serving as an economic backbone for the populace during a transformative era.
Artistry: The Pitis Bunga's design, translating to "Flower Coin," is rooted in indigenous Malay-Islamic artistic tradition. No specific engraver is known, but the stylistic school emphasizes symbolic floral motifs, adhering to aniconic principles. The central design invariably features a stylized flower, often with multiple petals or a rosette pattern, sometimes encircled by dots or a simple border. This reflects local aesthetics and the technical capabilities of Brunei's mints.
Technical/Grading: Due to its tin-lead composition, the Pitis Bunga typically exhibits characteristics of crudely manufactured, utilitarian coinage. High-points susceptible to wear include the raised petals of the central floral motif and any surrounding border elements. Technical strike qualities often vary; expect weak strikes, off-center impressions, and irregular flans from rudimentary casting and striking. Corrosion and surface pitting are common, impacting preservation, making well-struck, corrosion-free examples highly desirable.