Description:
Offered is an Indonesia Palembang Pitis, dated AH 1658–1805, certified NGC Genuine. These historic tin coins—often called “Pirate Money”—were circulated throughout the Palembang Sultanate in Sumatra and widely used in regional maritime trade. Their crude, hand-struck appearance, irregular shapes, and bold Arabic inscriptions reflect the local minting style of Southeast Asia during this period.
The NGC Genuine designation confirms authenticity, which is especially important for Pitis coins due to their age, composition, and the prevalence of imitations. Despite not receiving a numerical grade, this piece remains a fascinating example of early Indonesian currency tied to regional trade routes, piracy, and sultanate commerce.
Specifications:
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Date Range: AH 1658–1805
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Country: Indonesia (Palembang Sultanate)
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Denomination: Pitis
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Composition: Tin
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Weight: ~2–4 g (varies widely due to hand-struck manufacture)
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Diameter: ~15–20 mm
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Obverse: Arabic script (varies by issue)
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Reverse: Additional Arabic legend or symbols
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Grade: NGC Genuine (authenticated pirate-era currency)
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Mint: Palembang, Sumatra
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Era: Sultanate trade money / “Pirate Money”
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Mintage: Not recorded (traditional local production)
You will receive a coin similar to the condition shown.
