⅕ Rupee 1799 front ⅕ Rupee 1799 back
⅕ Rupee 1799 photo
© Joseph Kunnappally

⅕ Rupee

1799 year
Silver 2.32 g 12.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Bombay Presidency (British India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1799
Value
⅕ Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1672-1835)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.32 g
Diameter
12.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#50443
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Persian legend: Zarb Tellicherri julus
Within a beaded rim.

Translation: Struck at Tellicherry (under) royal (orders)

Edge

Plain

Comment

- "T" for Tellicherry, (17)99
- Weight and Size vary.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅕ Rupee 1799 coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) is that it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. This coin was also relatively small, weighing only 2.32 grams, making it a unique and collectible piece for numismatists.