1 Paisa - Prithvi Bir Bikram 1949-1951 (1892-1894) front 1 Paisa - Prithvi Bir Bikram 1949-1951 (1892-1894) back
1 Paisa - Prithvi Bir Bikram 1949-1951 (1892-1894) photo
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1 Paisa - Prithvi Bir Bikram

 
Copper 5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Nepal
King
Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah (1881-1911)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1949-1951 (1892-1894)
Calendar
Vikram Samvat
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄50)
Currency
Mohar (1546-1932)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#67693
Rarity index
64%

Reverse

Nagari Inscriptions with Trishul in center. Border of crescents.

Lettering:
Sri Bhabani
VS 1949
Nepal Sarkar

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Paisa coin from Nepal, issued between 1949 and 1951, features an image of King Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah on one side and the national emblem of Nepal on the other. This coin was made of copper and weighed 5 grams. Interestingly, the coin was issued during a time of great change in Nepal. King Tribhuvan Bir Bikram Shah, who ruled from 1911 to 1955, introduced many modern reforms during his reign, including the creation of a new currency system. The 1 Paisa coin was part of this new system and was used widely in everyday transactions. Today, this coin is a valuable collector's item and is highly sought after by numismatists. Its historical significance and rarity make it an interesting and unique addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1950 (1893)  - - - - - -

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