© Cuthwellis
© Cuthwellis
⅛ Rupee - Ram Singh II
1857 year| Silver | 1.42 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Jaipur |
|---|---|
| Queen | British India › Victoria (1837-1876) |
| Maharaja | Ram Singh II (1835-1880) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1857 |
| Value | ⅛ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1621-1949) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.42 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#199824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Comment
Issued in the name of Ram Singh and Queen Victoria of Great Britain. The weight varies between 1.34 and 1.45 grams.Interesting fact
The ⅛ Rupee coin from the Princely state of Jaipur, minted during the reign of Ram Singh II in 1857, is notable for its unique design. The coin features a portrait of the king on one side and a depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi on the other. This blending of traditional Indian imagery with European-style coinage design reflects the cultural exchange and influences that were prevalent during the colonial era.
