© Sujit
© Sujit
1⁄16 Rupee - Gaurinath Singha ND
| Silver | 0.73 g | 8 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Assam (Indian North-Eastern Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| King | Gaurinath Singha (Suhitpangphaa) (1780-1794) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1780-1796 |
| Value | 1⁄16 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.73 g |
| Diameter | 8 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#65976 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gaurinath Singha, the ruler of the Kingdom of Assam, on one side, and an image of a lion on the other side. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by Gaurinath Singha during his reign, which aimed to promote trade and commerce in the region. Despite being a small coin, it has a rich history and is a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
