½ Rupee - Malhar Rao 1287-1290 (1870-1873) front ½ Rupee - Malhar Rao 1287-1290 (1870-1873) back
½ Rupee - Malhar Rao 1287-1290 (1870-1873) photo
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½ Rupee - Malhar Rao

 
Silver 5.8 g 17.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Baroda (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1287-1290 (1870-1873)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.8 g
Diameter
17.2 mm
Thickness
3.2 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#52236
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Lettering: ١٢٨٩

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee coin from the Princely state of Baroda is that it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The use of silver in coinage was a symbol of the wealth and prosperity of the Princely state, and it highlights the importance of Baroda as a economic and political power in the region.