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½ Mohur
| Gold (.750) | 8.006 g | - |
| Issuer | Java (British East Indies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1229-1668 (1813-1814) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Rupee = 8 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1811-1817) |
| Composition | Gold (.750) |
| Weight | 8.006 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#129068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Arabic script, date
Script: Arabic
Lettering: هنگليس سك كمڤني ١٢٢٩ ضرب در جزيرە جاوا
Unabridged legend: Hinglis sikka kompani sanah 1229 ḍuriba dar jazirat Jawa
Translation: English company year 1230 minted at the base in the Island of Java.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a brief period of British rule in Java, Indonesia, and features a unique blend of Indian and European design elements. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a lion, which is a common motif in British heraldry, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, who is revered as the deity of wealth and prosperity in Indonesia. This blending of cultural symbols reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that occurred during the British East India Company's presence in the region.
