© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
½ Anantaraya 1 Fanam - Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma ND
| Gold | 0.19 g | 6 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Travancore (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1758-1798 |
| Value | ½ Fanam (1⁄14) |
| Currency | Rupee (1729-1947) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 0.19 g |
| Diameter | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80577 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
12 pellets above a crescent representing the 'Rasi' or signs of the zodiac. Lines and pellets below - all within a circle of dots
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma (1758 - 1798) was also known as Dharma Raja or The Just KingReign 1758 - 1798
Predecessor: Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma
Successor: Avittam Thirunal Bala Rama Varma
House: Venad Swaroopam
Dynasty: Kulasekhara
Religion: Hinduism
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma, who was the Maharaja of Travancore from 1758 to 1798. He was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the economy of Travancore, and the minting of this coin may have been part of those efforts. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold and weighs 0.19 grams makes it a unique and valuable piece of numismatic history.
