1 Paisa - Tribhuvana Bir Bikram
| Copper | 2.61 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Nepal |
|---|---|
| King | Tribhuvan Bir Bikram Shah (1911-1950) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1977-1987 (1920-1930) |
| Calendar | Vikram Samvat |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄50) |
| Currency | Mohar (1546-1932) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.61 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#22698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Comment
The types and their differences are shown belowHowever, according to Krause:
- #687.1 is machine struck in a "fine style", 21.5mm, 3.5-3.8g
- #687.2 is machine struck (but not in the "fine style") with outlined Khukris always right over left, 22mm, 2.6-3.1g
- #697.3 is "crude hand struck" with outlined Khukris left over right and right over left (and with "varieties of the Khukris"), 21mm, 3.75g
Interesting fact
The 1 Paisa - Tribhuvana Bir Bikram 1977-1987 (1920-1930) coin from Nepal made of Copper weighing 2.61 g has an interesting fact that it was designed by Nepal's famous artist, Shankar Nath Rimal. He was a renowned painter and sculptor who was known for his work in Nepal's contemporary art scene. His design for the coin features the national emblem of Nepal, which includes a rhino, a bird, and a crescent moon, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage.
