½ Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1295-1296 (1878-1879) front ½ Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1295-1296 (1878-1879) back
½ Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1295-1296 (1878-1879) photo
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½ Rupee - Tukoji Rao III

 
Silver 5.6 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Indore
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1295-1296 (1878-1879)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1760-1935)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.6 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79307
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

AH Date

Translation: AH 1296

Edge

Plain

Comment

Weight varies 5.35-5.80 grams.

Interesting fact

The ½ Rupee coin from the Princely state of Indore, minted during the reign of Tukoji Rao III in 1295-1296 (1878-1879), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. This coin was also relatively small in size, weighing only 5.6 grams, making it a unique and collectible piece for numismatists.