© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
½ Paisa - Tipu Sultan Patan
| Copper | 5.45 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1200-1223 (1771-1794) |
| Calendar | India - Mauludi era |
| Value | ½ Paisa (1⁄512) |
| Currency | Rupee (1565-1799) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.45 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#68159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Legend in Urdu:"Zarb Patan" with decorative rosettes, all within a plain circle surrounded by beads
Translation: Struck at Patan
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 5.45 - 5.77 grams- This coin has a Mauludi date. Coins issued during the first four years of Tipu's reign bear the Hijri date.
- Tipu named all his coins. The 1/2 paisa was called Bahram
- Minted at Patan (present day Seringapatan).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Tipu Sultan, also known as the "Tiger of Mysore," who was a powerful ruler and a fierce opponent of British colonialism in India.
