© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
1 Pice for Malabar Coast
| Copper | 2.20 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1803-1807 |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.20 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#93537 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
AD date within a plain circle
Lettering: 1803
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 2.20- 2.85 grams.- Probably minted in Tellicherry and Intended for use on the Malabar Coast (south-west) of India
- Previous KM# 682A
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pice coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) is that it was designed with a unique blend of Indian and British influences. The coin features a depiction of a lion on one side, which was a common motif in British coinage, while the other side features a stylized representation of a peepal leaf, which is a symbol of spiritual growth and renewal in Hinduism and Buddhism. This blending of cultural symbols reflects the complex history of British colonialism in India and the cultural exchange that took place during that time.
