1 Kasu - Nayakas of Madurai ND (1609-1623) front 1 Kasu - Nayakas of Madurai ND (1609-1623) back
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1 Kasu - Nayakas of Madurai ND

 
Copper 1.51 g 12.08 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Madurai (Indian Hindu Dynasties)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1623
Value
1 Kasu
Currency
Kasu
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.51 g
Diameter
12.08 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#348927
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Sri Vira

The wordings Sri Vira means that the coin was issued during the rule of Muthu Virappa Nayaka

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kasu coin from the Kingdom of Madurai is that it features a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a Hindu deity, while the reverse side features Islamic calligraphy and motifs, reflecting the cultural exchange and syncretism that characterized the Nayakas of Madurai dynasty.