© Farhan Afzal Sheikh (CC0)
© Farhan Afzal Sheikh (CC0)
¼ Anna Paisa
1249 (1833) year| Copper | 6.97 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1249 (1833) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Anna (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.97 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 45% |
Reverse
The value above balanced scales with Persian legend between the pans: Adil and the AH date in Persian below (AH 1249)
Lettering:
QUARTER ANNA
عدل
١٢۴۹
Translation:
Quarter Anna
Just or fair
1249
Edge
Plain
Comment
Small English Letters "QUARTER ANNA" KM234 has very small letters and the Q & A stop well above the crossbar of the scales, will replace when we find a suitable picture)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Anna (Paisa) 1249 (1833) coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) is that it was made of copper, which was a common material used for coinage during that time period. Copper was chosen for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for coins that were meant to be used extensively in daily transactions. Additionally, the use of copper for coinage also made it easier for people to recognize and authenticate the coins, as copper had a distinct color and texture that was easily identifiable.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1249 (1833) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Anna (Paisa) 1249 (1833) coin.
