½ Paisa - Shams Al-Din Adil Shah ND (1347-1358) front ½ Paisa - Shams Al-Din Adil Shah ND (1347-1358) back
½ Paisa - Shams Al-Din Adil Shah ND (1347-1358) photo
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½ Paisa - Shams Al-Din Adil Shah ND

 
Copper 1.34 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Sultanate of Madurai (Indian Sultanates)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1347-1358
Value
½ Paisa
Currency
Rupee (1335-1377)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.34 g
Diameter
12 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#435036
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

"Al-Sultan Al-A'zam" in Persian language.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Shams Al-Din Adil Shah, who was the last ruler of the Sultanate of Madurai. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time. Additionally, the coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the region, making it a unique piece of history.