© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
¼ Rupee - Pooradam Thirunal Sethu Lakshmi Bayi
| Silver (.949) | 2.54 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Travancore (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1100-1106 (1925-1931) |
| Calendar | India - Kollam era |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1729-1947) |
| Composition | Silver (.949) |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#93921 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within sprays, legend in English surrounds
Lettering:
RAMA VURMA
1/4 RUPEE
1106
TRAVANCORE
Edge
Reeded with edge lettering
Lettering: RV
Translation: Rama Varma
Comment
- Pooradam Thirunal Sethu Lakshmi Bayi CI (1895–1985) was the regent of the Kingdom of Travancore in southern India between 1924 and 1931. She, along with her younger cousin, Moolam Thirunal Sethu Parvathi Bayi were adopted into the Travancore Royal Family and were the granddaughters of the celebrated painter, Raja Ravi Varma.In 1924, Maharajah Moolam Thirunal died and his grand nephew and the heir to the throne, Sree Chithira Thirunal, was just 12 years old then. A regency became necessary, since the Maharajah was still a minor. It was decided, despite the opposition of the minor Maharajah's mother, Junior Maharani Sethu Parvathi Bayi, that Sethu Lakshmi Bayi should be Regent as she was the Senior Maharani until the minor King came of age in 1930.
Born: November 19, 1895, India
Died: 1985, Bengaluru, India
House: Travancore royal family
Predecessor: Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma
Successor: Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma
These coins, continued to be minted, in the previous ruler's name, during the regency of Sethu Lakshmi Bayi. No method has been found as yet to differentiate them from KM# 52.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Sethu Lakshmi Bayi, a queen of the Travancore royal family, who played a significant role in the history of the kingdom. She was known for her efforts in promoting education, women's rights, and social welfare, and her legacy continues to be celebrated in Kerala, the state where the Kingdom of Travancore was located.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1103 (1928) | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1106 (1931) | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Rupee - Pooradam Thirunal Sethu Lakshmi Bayi 1100-1106 (1925-1931) coin.
