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© Syed Muhammad Umair (CC BY-NC)
¼ Rupee - Vikramajit Mahendra
| Silver | 2.7 g | 11.1 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Orchha (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1206-1799 (1792-2367) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 11.1 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#393123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued by the Princely state of Orchha, which was a small state in the Indian subcontinent that existed from the 16th century until 1947. The coin features the name of the ruler, Vikramajit Mahendra, and the year of issue, 1792-2367, which is according to the Vikram Samvat calendar used in India. The use of a local calendar and the name of the ruler on the coin highlights the independence and sovereignty of the Princely state of Orchha.
![1 Paisa - Shah Alam II [Vikramajit Mahendra] front](/storage/images/1-Paisa-Shah-Alam-II-Vikramajit-Mahendra_37310_1.webp)
![1 Paisa - Shah Alam II [Vikramajit Mahendra] back](/storage/images/1-Paisa-Shah-Alam-II-Vikramajit-Mahendra_37310_2.webp)
