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¼ Pice
1813 year| Copper | 0.98 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1802-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1813 |
| Value | 1⁄192 Rixdollar |
| Currency | Rixdollar (1796-1828) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.98 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#142549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
PICE
4
Edge
Plain
Comment
The pice (an Indian denomination) was equivalent to the stiver.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Pice 1813 coin from Sri Lanka is that it features a unique blend of both Eastern and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears a portrait of King George III, while the reverse side features a depiction of a traditional Sri Lankan lamp, known as a "pandan" lamp, surrounded by foliage and floral motifs. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and diversity of Sri Lanka during the time period in which the coin was minted.
