© Joshy Varghese
© Joshy Varghese
¼ Dub 5 Cash ND
1807 year| Copper | 2.57 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Madras Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1807 |
| Value | ¼ Dub = 5 Cash = 1 Falus = 1⁄192 Rupee (1⁄672) |
| Currency | Pagoda (1639-1817) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.57 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#77914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Legend in Tamil: Kumpini yarapotta kal dabbu
Translation: Honorable company, quarter dub
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 2.54 - 2.68 grams- Diameter varies 16.2 - 16.6 mm
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was part of the first decimal currency system introduced in India by the British East India Company in 1807. The ¼ Dub coin was equivalent to 5 Cash, which was the smallest denomination in the new system. This coin was made of copper and weighed 2.57 grams.
