© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
½ Pice
| Copper | 3.23 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1791-1794 |
| Value | ½ Paisa (1⁄128) |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.23 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#15705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Balanced scales with Persian legend between the pans, within a raised, toothed border
Legend in Persian: Adil
Lettering: عدل
Translation: Just or Fair
Edge
Grained right //////
Comment
- Weight varies 2.92-3.47 grams- Diameter varies 19.8-21.0 mm
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Pice coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) made of Copper is that it was used as a currency in India during the 18th and 19th centuries, and it was equivalent to half of a pice, which was the smallest denomination of currency at that time.
