© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Dam ND
| Silver | 0.4 g | 6 mm |
| Issuer | Nepal (medieval) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 750-1540 |
| Value | 1 Dam |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.4 g |
| Diameter | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#58991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Lion
Comment
Probably issued during the reign of King Simhadeva/King Sivadeva of the Lichhavi Dynasty.Ref #170 in The Coinage of Nepal (Gabrisch/Rhodes/Valdettaro)
Interesting fact
The 1 Dam coin from Nepal (medieval) made of Silver weighing 0.4 g was used as a form of currency during the Malla period in Nepal, which lasted from the 14th to the 18th century. The coin features an image of a bird on one side and an inscription in the Ranjana script on the other. The use of silver in the coin's production was a significant innovation in Nepalese coinage at the time, as previous coins had been made of copper or other base metals. The introduction of silver coins helped to establish Nepal as a major player in regional trade and commerce during the medieval period.