© Sujit
© Sujit
½ Paisa - Tipu Sultan Patan
| Copper | 5.55 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1220-1223 (1791-1794) |
| Calendar | India - Mauludi era |
| Value | ½ Paisa (1⁄512) |
| Currency | Rupee (1565-1799) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.55 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#52799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Mint name
Lettering: Zarb Patan
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight variesInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Paisa coin from the Kingdom of Mysore is that it was issued during the reign of Tipu Sultan, who was a powerful and influential ruler in Indian history. Tipu Sultan was known for his military prowess and his efforts to resist British colonization, and his coinage reflects the rich cultural and economic heritage of the Mysore kingdom during his rule.
