© Sujit
© Sujit
½ Pagoda - Venkata Raya III ND
| Gold | 1.65 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Vijayanagara (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1632-1642 |
| Value | ½ Pagoda |
| Currency | Rupee (1336-1565) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Corrupt Nagari legend in three lines
Lettering: sri / chalama / venkata / raya
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Pagoda coin from the Empire of Vijayanagara is that it was used as a medium of exchange for trade and commerce, not only within the empire but also with other neighboring kingdoms and territories. Its value was equivalent to half of a full Pagoda, which was the standard unit of currency in the empire. Despite being made of gold, the ½ Pagoda coin was widely used for everyday transactions, reflecting the strong economy and trade networks of the Vijayanagara Empire during the 17th century.
