© Raihan Khan
© Raihan Khan
1 Pice for Malabar Coast
| Copper | 6.45 g | 15.7 mm |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1705-1779 |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.45 g |
| Diameter | 15.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#79783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Date within a plain circle or a circle of dots
Lettering: 1729
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 3.17 - 5.96 grams- Intended for use on the Malabar Coast (southwest coast) of India
- Pridmore #s 301-312
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pice coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) is that it was used as a currency in the Malabar Coast region, which is now part of modern-day India, from 1705 to 1779. During this time, the coin was made of copper and weighed 6.45 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, the coin played an important role in the local economy and was widely used for everyday transactions.
