© Giobruno
© Giobruno
1 Kasu Lion type ND
| Copper | - | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Madurai (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1630-1730 |
| Value | 1 Kasu |
| Currency | Kasu |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#162656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Kannada script
Lettering: Sri Vira
Comment
There is another version of the coin where there is Tamil lettering "Mee - Na - T - Chi" (Meenakshi) on the reverse
Micheal Mitchiner - The Coinage & History of Southern India - Part 2 - Tamilnadu & Kerala - MSI #881
Interesting fact
The 1 Kasu coin from the Kingdom of Madurai features a unique lion design on one side, which is believed to symbolize the bravery and strength of the ruling dynasty.
