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½ Paisa - Ranjit Singh
1896 (1839) year| Copper | 6.82 g | 19.07 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Sikh (Indian states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1896 (1839) |
| Calendar | Vikram Samvat |
| Value | ½ Paisa (1⁄128) |
| Currency | Rupee (1711-1849) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.82 g |
| Diameter | 19.07 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
First copper series, Persian legends, Various types
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Paisa coin from the Empire of Sikh (Indian states) made of Copper weighing 6.82 g is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the founder of the Sikh Empire, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of the Sikh symbol, the Khanda, which is a combination of a sword, a katar (a type of dagger), and a chakram (a circular weapon). This blend of traditional Indian symbols with Western-style coinage design reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the colonial era.
