½ Paisa - Sunth ND (1870) front ½ Paisa - Sunth ND (1870) back
½ Paisa - Sunth ND (1870) photo

½ Paisa - Sunth ND

1870 year
Copper 3.85 g 16.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Rampur (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1870
Value
½ Paisa (1⁄128)
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.85 g
Diameter
16.5 mm
Thickness
2.69 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#44029
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Lettering: Rampura

Interesting fact

The ½ Paisa coin from the Princely state of Rampur (Indian princely states) made of Copper weighing 3.85 g is an interesting piece of history because it was issued during a time when the princely states of India were still using their own currencies, before the Indian rupee was introduced in 1877. This coin is a rare example of the diverse currencies that were used in different parts of India during that time period.