© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
1 Pice - Shah Alam II
1796 (1796-1827) years| Copper | 6.4 g | 23.1 mm |
| Issuer | Bengal Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1796 (1796-1827) |
| Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Rupee (1765-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.4 g |
| Diameter | 23.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#71361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: Yek pai Sikka and Devnagari:Ek pai sikka, within plain circle
Lettering:
یک پای سکہ
एेक पाई सीका
Translation: One pie coin
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 6.15 - 6.4 grams- Diameter varies: 19-24.6 mm.
- Smaller flan with circles
- Previous KM # 714a
- Pridmore# 310
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pice - Shah Alam II 1796 (1796-1827) coin from Bengal Presidency (British India) is that it was made of copper, which was a common material used for coinage during that time period. Copper was chosen for its durability and affordability, as it was a relatively inexpensive metal compared to other options like gold or silver. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
