1 Kasu - Muttu Krishnappa Madurai Nayaks ND
| Copper | 2.57 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Madurai (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1609 |
| Value | 1 Kasu |
| Currency | Kasu |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.57 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#336536 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Muddu Krishnappa
Comment
The Madurai Nayaks were the rulers of Tamil Nadu with Madurai as their capital from 1529 until 1736 A. They were originally governors belonging to Balija social group from the Vijayanagara Empire. Viswanatha Nayak was the Vijayanagara viceroy to Madurai in south India during the 16th century. He later became the ruler of Madurai after the fall of the Vijayanagara empire. He is the founder of the Nayak dynasty of Madurai.Telugu was their native language. The Nayak reign marked a new era in Tamil Nadu, one noted for its vast administrative reforms, the revitalization of Temples previously ransacked by the Delhi Sultans, and the inauguration of a unique architectural style.another variant
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Muttu Krishnappa, who was a powerful king of the Madurai Nayaks dynasty in southern India. He ruled from 1601 to 1609 and was known for his military campaigns and cultural achievements. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 2.57 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.
