Summary

Copper 1/2 Paisa coin issued by Maharaja Jayaji Rao I in the Gwalior Princely State
Hammered coinage struck in 1300 AH (1882-1883 AD)

Obverse Description

A legend in Persian script with arrow-head mark.

Reverse Description

Legend in Persian script including the Hejira date 1300

Edge Description

The edge is plain

Significance

The denomination suggested is based on the weight of the coin but at that time there was quite a degree of variation in weights, it may be a full paisa. This date is not listed for either denomination from Gwalior nor has such a large spear or arrow head.

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