½ Fanon (Pondichery) ND (1720-1837) front ½ Fanon (Pondichery) ND (1720-1837) back
½ Fanon (Pondichery) ND (1720-1837) photo

½ Fanon Pondichery ND

 
Silver 0.7 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Puducherry (French India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1720-1837
Value
½ Fanon (1⁄16)
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.7 g
Diameter
10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#22015
Rarity index
92%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Fanon coin from Puducherry (French India) is that it was minted during the French colonial period in India, specifically between 1720 and 1837. This coin was a standard circulation coin made of silver and weighed 0.7 grams. Despite being a small coin, it holds significant historical value and is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.