1⁄12 Anna - Victoria [Narayan Rao] (Senior Branch) 1888 front 1⁄12 Anna - Victoria [Narayan Rao] (Senior Branch) 1888 back
1⁄12 Anna - Victoria [Narayan Rao] (Senior Branch) 1888 photo
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1⁄12 Anna - Victoria [Narayan Rao] Senior Branch

1888 year
Copper 2.1 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Dewas (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1888
Value
1⁄12 Anna (1⁄192)
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#48512
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Lettering:
1/12
ANNA
DEWAS STATE
S.E.
INDIA
1888

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Indian and British influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Queen Victoria, while the reverse side features the image of Narayan Rao, the ruler of the Princely state of Dewas. This combination of British colonial influence and local Indian rule is a distinct characteristic of the coin and reflects the complex history of India during the 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1888  - - - - - -

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