½ Pagoda - Venkataya Raya III ND (1630-1641) front ½ Pagoda - Venkataya Raya III ND (1630-1641) back
½ Pagoda - Venkataya Raya III ND (1630-1641) photo
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½ Pagoda - Venkataya Raya III ND

 
Gold 1.71 g -
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vijayanagara (Indian Hindu Dynasties)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1630-1641
Value
½ Pagoda
Currency
Rupee (1336-1565)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.71 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#190147
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Devanagari legend ‘Sri Venkatesvaraya namah’

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Pagoda coin from the Empire of Vijayanagara is that it was used as a currency during the reign of King Venkataya Raya III, who ruled the empire from 1630 to 1641. The coin was made of gold and weighed 1.71 grams, indicating its high value and importance in the economy of the empire.