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1 Rupee - Anand Rao ND

 
Silver 11.64 g 22.22 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Baroda (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1788-1808
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.64 g
Diameter
22.22 mm
Thickness
2.45 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
(Weight varies: 10.70-11.60 grams)
Orientation
3 o'clock ↑→
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#67267
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

Mint mark of Ahmadabad mint (ankush)
abbreviated form of the ruling clan
Numbers represent the

Scripts: Arabic, Devanagari

Lettering:
गा
۴

Translation:
"Ga" stands for Gaekward, the ruling family of Baroda
The number represents the regnal year. Known varieties are 3x, 40, 41 and 5x

Edge

Plain

Comment

This coin was purportedly issued after Anand Rao secured Ahmadabad under Baroda rule from the Marathas with the help of General Goddard.

Mint mark and lettering on Reverse:

Interesting fact

The 1 Rupee coin from the Princely state of Baroda, issued during the reign of Anand Rao ND (1788-1808), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was also relatively heavy, weighing 11.64 grams, which made it a substantial piece of currency. Additionally, the fact that it was issued by a princely state, rather than a central authority, highlights the diversity and complexity of the monetary system in India during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1788-1808)  - - - - - -

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