© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Kasu - Thanjavur ND
| Copper | 2.5 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Vijayanagara (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1500-1662 |
| Value | 1 Kasu |
| Currency | Rupee (1336-1565) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#54941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Inscription and dotted line around
Edge
Plain
Comment
Refer to Page 27 of "The Dominions Emblems and coins of the south indian dynasties" - By R. P. JACKSONInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kasu coin from the Empire of Vijayanagara is that it features a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, while the reverse side features a Islamic inscription in Persian, indicating the coin's mintage during the reign of Sultan Ali Adil Shah II. This blending of religious motifs reflects the diverse cultural influences that characterized the Vijayanagara Empire, which was known for its religious tolerance and syncretic artistic traditions.
