½ Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1825-1853) front ½ Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1825-1853) back
½ Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur (Katak) ND (1825-1853) photo
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½ Rupee - Ahmed Shah Bahadur Katak ND

 
Silver 5.36 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Maratha Empire (Indian states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1825-1853
Value
½ Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1674-1818)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.36 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#104236
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

RY Date and Katak (Cuttack) Mint Mark

Translation: RY 5x

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee coin from the Maratha Empire is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material that was widely used in coinage during that time period.