1 Rupee, Burma, 1952 (Second Issue)

One Rupee banknote of Burma (now Myanmar), issued 1952. This was the first banknote issued after independence. Burma maintained the old currency (Rupee) till 1952, when it was replaced by the kyat. This note is very similar in design to the first Rupee (1948), the key difference is that instead of 'Government of Burma', this note says 'Union Bank of Burma' on the reverse. Other features, such as the peacock emblem and the sailboat on the reverse continue as earlier. This is the last rupee note of Burma, and was replaced by the Kyat in 1953. These notes were printed by Thomas De La Rue (TDLR). 

These notes were a radically different design from the notes used earlier in the colonial period, which were printed in British India and carried an image of King George VI. These banknotes were printed by Thomas de la Rue (TDLR) of London. The printer's name can be seen at the bottom center on the obverse. 

Burma was under Japanese occupation during World War II, and after Japan's surrender, the economy was in ruins, and the old Japanese issued currency was worthless. British India rupees were introduced in Burma as an interim measure - these notes had an over-stamp - 'For Use in Burma Only'. After independence (1948), Burma separated from India monetarily and started to issue its own currency - but the currency was still called the rupee. In 1953, Burma finally adopted the kyat - which was also its historical currency. 

This is a rare note. Read more about it here

The note is in high grade, with no folds or tears. The note that you get will be the note in the scan. Price is for 1 note. 

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