¼ Anna - Victoria [Narayan Rao] (Senior Branch) 1888 front ¼ Anna - Victoria [Narayan Rao] (Senior Branch) 1888 back
¼ Anna - Victoria [Narayan Rao] (Senior Branch) 1888 photo
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¼ Anna - Victoria [Narayan Rao] Senior Branch

1888 year
Copper 6 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Dewas (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1888
Value
¼ Anna (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Copper
Weight
6 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#48511
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Lettering:
1/4
ANNA
DEWAS STATE S.B.
INDIA
1888

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Indian and European influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Victoria, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, highlighting the cultural fusion that was prevalent in the princely states of India during the 19th century.