1⁄16 Rupee - Chandrakanta Singha ND (1811-1818) front 1⁄16 Rupee - Chandrakanta Singha ND (1811-1818) back
1⁄16 Rupee - Chandrakanta Singha ND (1811-1818) photo
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1⁄16 Rupee - Chandrakanta Singha ND

 
Silver 0.72 g 8 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Assam (Indian North-Eastern Dynasties)
King
Chandrakanta Singha (Sudingphaa) (1811-1821)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1811-1818
Value
1⁄16 Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.72 g
Diameter
8 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#74439
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Legend in Assamese

Lettering: Bir Bikrama?

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a lion on one side, which was a symbol of strength and power for the Kingdom of Assam.