Currencies/Myanma mu
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Introduction
The Myanma mu is a 19th-century silver denomination issued in Burma. It circulated as a small-value unit and is represented by a single recorded type struck in 1852. Its design, metal content, and compact size reflect Burmese minting practices of the mid-1800s.
History
The Myanma mu was issued in 1852 for standard circulation. The coin’s appearance within that year suggests a localized production run linked to Burmese administrative requirements of the period. Its silver composition and formal minting elements indicate that the mu functioned within the established monetary system of the kingdom.
Coins
The denomination is represented by a 1 Myanma mu coin dated 1852.
It is struck in 917/1000 silver with 83/1000 copper, containing .0430 oz ASW.
The coin weighs 1.458 grams, has a 16 mm circular planchet, a plain/smooth edge, and a raised toothed rim on both sides.
Using medal alignment, the obverse shows the value “1 Mu” inside a wreath formed by two olive branches with leaves, accompanied by thematic elements of birds, coats of arms, and wreaths.
Currency
The mu served as a circulating silver unit within the monetary system of Burma. Its size and design indicate that it functioned as a lower-value denomination used for everyday transactions.
Legacy
Despite its limited period of issue, the Myanma mu is a notable example of mid-19th-century Burmese coinage. The high-purity silver content, wreath motif, and refined rim style make it a distinct component of the region’s numismatic history.