½ Paisa - Wakhat Singhji
1949 (1892) year| Copper | 3.72 g |
| Issuer | Princely state of Lunavada (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1949 (1892) |
| Calendar | Vikram Samvat |
| Value | ½ Paisa (1⁄128) |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.72 g |
| Size | 16 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#44097 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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Weight variesInteresting fact
The ½ Paisa coin from the Princely state of Lunavada, issued in 1949, features a unique blend of Indian and Western influences in its design. The obverse side bears the image of Wakhat Singhji, the ruler of Lunavada, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a lion, which was a common motif in Indian coinage during the colonial era. This coin is a rare and fascinating example of the diverse cultural influences that shaped the currency of the Indian princely states during that time.
