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⅓ Pavali - Krishnaraja Wadiyar III ND
Silver | 0.92 g | 8 mm |
Issuer | Princely state of Mysore (Indian princely states) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1799-1810 |
Value | 1⁄12 Rupee |
Currency | Rupee (1793-1848) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.92 g |
Diameter | 8 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#85759 |
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Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Kannada legend in three lines
Lettering: ಮಯಿಲಿ ಹಣ
Translation: Mayili Hana
Edge
Plain
Comment
Ruler: Mummadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar, he belonged to the Wadiyar dynasty and ruled his state for nearly seventy years, from 30 June 1799 to 27 March 1868. Till he was 16 years old, Mysore was administered by Dewan Purnaiah in his name.Weight varies between 0.89 to 0.96 grams.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Krishnaraja Wadiyar III, who was a prominent ruler of the Mysore Kingdom and known for his efforts to modernize and develop the state. He introduced several reforms in areas such as education, agriculture, and commerce, and also promoted the arts and culture. The coinage of the Mysore Kingdom during his reign reflects the cultural and economic developments of that time.