© VJ
© VJ
1 Kasu - Sri Vira Madurai Nayakas ND
| Copper | 2.44 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 | 2.44 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#353185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Sri / Vi / Ra in Kannada language
Comment
Nayakas of Madurai ruled Madurai and the surrounding regions as autonomous rulers from 1565 till 1736. This coin belong to the period 1600-1736 and it's part of "Sri Vi Ra" coins.In some books, it was mentioned that the standing figure on the obverse is Lord Venkateswara, but actually it's Goddess Meenakshi, who is the primary goddess in Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kasu - Sri Vira (Madurai Nayakas) ND (1601-1736) coin from the Kingdom of Madurai (Indian Hindu Dynasties) 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 Madurai Nayakas dynasty.
