Summary
1 Paisa coin issued by Raja Ranjit Singh in the Ratlam Princely State, India
Machine struck (milled) copper coinage struck at an uncertain mint in 1947 VS (1890 AD)
Obverse Description
Within a wreath, on a shield, the god Hanuman Chalisa advancing to left pointing with katar and with club over shoulder; below on ribbon a Hindi legend.
Reverse Description
A legend (with date) within a circular wreath.
Edge Description
The edge is milled.
Significance
The obverse, featuring the Hindu god Hanuman, is derived from the Ratlam coat of arms.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from (Estate of) Mr Erich Wodak, John Gartner, 24 Jan 1983
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Date Issued
1947 VS
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Issued By
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Deity Depicted
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Denomination
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Series
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Material
Copper
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Axis
12
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Classification
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Dimensions
24 mm (Outside Diameter), 5.77 g (Weight)
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Shape
Round
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References
KM#24
[Book] Bruce, Colin R. 2006. Standard Catalogue of World Coins 1801 - 1900., 664 Pages
