1 Rupee - Siva Singha 1637-1646 (1715-1724) front 1 Rupee - Siva Singha 1637-1646 (1715-1724) back
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1 Rupee - Siva Singha

 
Silver 11.50 g 23.57 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Assam (Indian North-Eastern Dynasties)
King
Siva Singha (Sutanphaa) (1714-1744)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1637-1646 (1715-1724)
Calendar
Nepal - Saka era
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.50 g
Diameter
23.57 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#90490
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Four line assamese legend

Lettering: sri sri hara gauri padambuja madhu karasya

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued by the Kingdom of Assam during the reign of Siva Singha, who ruled from 1637 to 1646 (1715-1724) and was made of silver, weighing 11.50 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, providing insight into the economic and cultural practices of the Indian North-Eastern Dynasties during that time period.