½ Biche (Mahe) 1730-1785 front ½ Biche (Mahe) 1730-1785 back
½ Biche (Mahe) 1730-1785 photo

½ Biche Mahe

 
Bronze 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Mahé (French India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1730-1785
Value
½ Biche (1⁄240)
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113451
Rarity index
97%

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Comment

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Biche coin from Mahé (French India) is that it was used as a form of currency in the French colonies in India during the 18th century. Despite being made of bronze and weighing only 3.5 grams, it was still considered a valuable form of currency at the time.