1 Kasu (Anonymous Issue) ND (1638-1761) front 1 Kasu (Anonymous Issue) ND (1638-1761) back
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1 Kasu Anonymous Issue ND

 
Copper 3.14 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1638-1761
Value
1 Kasu
Currency
Rupee (1565-1799)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.14 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#393327
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crossed lines with symbols

Interesting fact

The 1 Kasu coin from the Kingdom of Mysore is interesting because it was one of the first coins to feature a depiction of a deity, in this case, the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, on one of its sides. This was a significant departure from the traditional Islamic coinage that had been used in the region before, and it reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Kingdom of Mysore during that time.