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1 Fanam - Ranga Rao ND
| Gold (.532) | 0.37 g | 8 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1600-1700 |
| Value | 1 Fanam |
| Currency | Rupee (1565-1799) |
| Composition | Gold (.532) |
| Weight | 0.37 g |
| Diameter | 8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#407154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nagari Legend "Ranga Rau"
Edge
Plain
Comment
Minted in an unknown minor mint in Karnataka, under the reign of Raja Ranga Rao
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Fanam coin from the Kingdom of Mysore is that it was made of gold (.532) and weighed 0.37 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.
