© VJ
© VJ
1 Kasu - Ganapathi Coin ND
| Copper | 2.56 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Madurai (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1736 |
| Value | 1 Kasu |
| Currency | Kasu |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.56 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#388641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tamil lettering "Ga Na Pa Thi" in 2 lines.
Lettering: கணபதி
Comment
These coins are part of coin series bearing religious inscriptions issued by Madaurai Nayakas during 1601 - 1736 AD.
Interesting fact
The 1 Kasu - Ganapathi Coin ND (1601-1736) from the Kingdom of Madurai (Indian Hindu Dynasties) is interesting because it features an image of Lord Ganesha, the Hindu deity of prosperity and wisdom, on one side, and a stylized depiction of a conch shell on the other. This coin was made of copper and weighed 2.56 grams. It was a standard circulation coin during its time and was used for everyday transactions.
