½ Fanon (Ponduchery) 1837 front ½ Fanon (Ponduchery) 1837 back
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½ Fanon Ponduchery

1837 year
Silver 0.75 g 8 mm
Description
Issuer
Puducherry (French India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1837
Value
½ Fanon (1⁄16)
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.75 g
Diameter
8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113570
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rooster.

Comment

Previous C#143.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Fanon coin from Puducherry (French India) is that it was minted during the brief period of French rule in the region, which lasted from 1774 to 1855. The coin features the French motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" on one side and the image of a Hindu deity on the other, reflecting the cultural influences of the region.