© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
1 Paisa - Victoria and Madho Singh II
| Copper | - | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Jaipur |
|---|---|
| Empress | British India › Victoria (1876-1901) |
| Maharaja | Madho Singh II (1880-1922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1880-1917 |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Rupee (1621-1949) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Jhar
Madho Singh II
Comment
Size varies. Well-centered issues on thin planchets may be restrikes.Interesting fact
The 1 Paisa coin from the Princely state of Jaipur, featuring Victoria and Madho Singh II, is interesting because it was made of copper, a metal that was widely used for currency in India during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Copper was chosen for its durability and affordability, and it was often used to make coins that were used for everyday transactions. The use of copper for currency in India dates back to ancient times, and it continued to be used even after India gained independence in 1947. Today, copper coins are no longer used as currency in India, but they remain an interesting piece of history and a reminder of the country's rich cultural heritage.
