½ Mohar - Jaya Prakash Malla 856 (1736) front ½ Mohar - Jaya Prakash Malla 856 (1736) back
½ Mohar - Jaya Prakash Malla 856 (1736) photo
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½ Mohar - Jaya Prakash Malla

856 (1736) year
Silver - 24.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kathmandu Kingdom (Malla dynasty)
King
Jaya Prakash Malla (1735-1746, 1750-1768)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
856 (1736)
Calendar
Nepal Sambat
Value
½ Mohar
Currency
Mohar (1546-1932)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
24.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#26042
Rarity index
94%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Mohar coin from the Kathmandu Kingdom (Malla dynasty) made of Silver is that it features an image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi on one side, which was a common motif on coins from this dynasty. This suggests that the coin was likely used for religious purposes, such as offerings to the goddess or as a symbol of good luck. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition indicates that it was a valuable and highly sought-after material at the time.