1 Paisa - Ranjit Singh 1947 (1890) front 1 Paisa - Ranjit Singh 1947 (1890) back
1 Paisa - Ranjit Singh 1947 (1890) photo

1 Paisa - Ranjit Singh

1947 (1890) year
Copper 5.7 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Ratlam (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1947 (1890)
Calendar
Vikram Samvat
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1759-1819)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.7 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Thickness
1.73 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#16633
Rarity index
25%

Reverse

Central beaded circle contains lettering of value and date in Vikram Samvat (equivalent to 1890 in CE). Flowers and plants around outside of circle, toothed border

Script: Devanagari

Lettering:
एक
पैसा
संः
१९४७

Unabridged legend:
ek
paisa
san:
1947

Translation:
one
paisa
year
1947

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Paisa - Ranjit Singh 1947 (1890) coin from the Princely state of Ratlam is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Ranjit Singh, the ruler of Ratlam, in a traditional Indian turban and coat, while the reverse side features a depiction of a lion, which was a common motif in Western heraldry. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influences that existed between India and Europe during the colonial era.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1947 (1890)  - - - - - -

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