1 Dam - Surendra Bikrama ND (1847-1881) front 1 Dam - Surendra Bikrama ND (1847-1881) back
1 Dam - Surendra Bikrama ND (1847-1881) photo
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1 Dam - Surendra Bikrama ND

 
Silver 0.05 g 7 mm
Description
Issuer
Nepal
King
Surendra Bikram Shah (1847-1881)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1847-1881
Value
1 Dam (1⁄128)
Currency
Mohar (1546-1932)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.05 g
Diameter
7 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#59023
Rarity index
91%

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Dam - Surendra Bikrama ND (1847-1881) from Nepal made of Silver weighing 0.05 g is that it features an image of the Nepalese king, Surendra Bikrama, on one side and an image of a rhino on the other. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during Surendra Bikrama's reign, which lasted from 1847 to 1881. The use of a rhino on the coin is significant because it is a symbol of strength and power in Nepalese culture. Additionally, the coin's small weight of 0.05 grams makes it a unique and rare collector's item.