1 Puttun - Cochin British Protectorate ND (1856-1858) front 1 Puttun - Cochin British Protectorate ND (1856-1858) back
1 Puttun - Cochin British Protectorate ND (1856-1858) photo
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1 Puttun - Cochin British Protectorate ND

 
Silver 0.52 g 7 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Cochin (Indian Hindu Dynasties)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1856-1858
Value
1 Puttun (1⁄42)
Currency
Pagoda
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.52 g
Diameter
7 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#48105
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Stylized figure of Goddess Kali, Conch shell within

Edge

Plain

Comment

- Weight varies 0.46 - 0.55 grams
- Puthen means 'New' in Malayalam. Puthen Panam (new money)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Puttun coin from the Kingdom of Cochin is that it was minted during a brief period of British rule in the region, specifically between 1856 and 1858. This coin is a rare example of a British-issued coin that features the name of an Indian kingdom, highlighting the complex history of colonialism and cultural exchange in the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1856-1858)  - - - - - -

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