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½ Rupee - Siva Singha ND
| Silver | 5.62 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Assam (Indian North-Eastern Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| King | Siva Singha (Sutanphaa) (1714-1744) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1740-1746 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.62 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#391993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in Devanagari in 4 rows with simple floral decorations.
Lettering:
Tadvalla/
bha Śrī Sarvve/
śvarī Devīnām/
Regnal year
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee coin from the Kingdom of Assam is that it features an image of Lord Siva on one side and an inscription in the Assamese language on the other. This coin was issued during the reign of Siva Singha, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms. The use of Assamese language on the coin reflects the importance of local culture and language during that time period.
