Today’s selection comes from Burma which is now Myanmar. I chose the note from several “Odd Denominations” and settled on the 75 Kyat from Burma issued in 1985. While the most countries use the logical denominations divisible by 10 and lesser notes. Burma at one time had some pretty odd denominations; 15, 35, 45, & 75 Kyat (pronounced ‘chit’) notes.

The note bears no date or signatures and the serial number is in both Western and Burmese numerals. It was printed by the state-run Security Printing in Wazi Burma under the technical direction of the German based company of Giesecke & Devrient using a Giori multi-color intaglio printing process. The front features the late Bogyoke (General) Aug San and the image is also used as the watermark. Aug San who is wearing a gaungbaung (cloth turban) was instrumental in obtaining independence from the British. The lower border is an intricate frieze with two dragons. The back features the mythical symbol of peace and prosperity on the left. This note is not in the best shape and carries a book value of about $2.75. There are no UV markings or security strips. ENJOY!!!