© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
½ Rupee - Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma VI
1889 year| Silver (.950) | 5.44 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Travancore (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1889 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1729-1947) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 5.44 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Value and date within sprays, legend in English surrounds
Lettering:
RAMA VURMA
HALF
RUPEE
1889
TRAVANCORE
Edge
Milled
Comment
- Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma was the ruling Maharajah of the Indian state of Travancore between 1885 and 1924, succeeding his uncle Maharajah Visakham Thirunal (1880–1885).
Predecessor: Visakham Thirunal Rama Varma
Successor: Pooradam Thirunal Sethu Lakshmi Bayi (Regent)
Born: September 25, 1857
Died: March 7, 1924 (aged 66)
Full name: HH The Maharajah of Travancore Sree Padmanabhadasa Vanchipala Sir Rama Varma VI
House: Venad Swaroopam
Dynasty: Kulasekhara
Father: Changanassery Raja Raja Varma
Mother: Rani Lakshmi Bayi
Religion: Hinduism
Die Varieties exist (Click on image below)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee coin from the Kingdom of Travancore is that it features a unique blend of Indian and European design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma VI, the ruler of the kingdom at the time, in a traditional Indian style. However, the reverse side features a depiction of a Roman goddess, possibly Minerva or Victory, which was a common motif in European coinage during that era. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between India and Europe during the 19th century.
