© Sujit
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1 Paisa - Sunth ND
| Copper | 7.52 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Rampur (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1870-1920 |
| Value | 1 Paisa |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.52 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#71762 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Legend in Nagari
Lettering: श्री ऱामपुरा (Sri Rampura)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Sunth. The coins of this State are often overstruck on other coins particular on those of neighbouring States. On the reverse parts of the usual reverse inscription Sri Rampur can be read.The State of Sunth was about fifteen miles east of Lunawada and consisted of an area of 394 square miles. The capital was Rampur which name is inscribed on the coins and accordingly they were known as Rampurias.
Interesting fact
The 1 Paisa coin from the Princely state of Rampur (Indian princely states) made of Copper weighing 7.52 g has an interesting fact that it was one of the smallest coins issued by any princely state in India during that time, with a diameter of only 13mm.
