© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
2 Chuckrams - Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma VI ND
1901 year| Silver | 0.76 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Travancore (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1901 |
| Value | 2 Chuckrams (1⁄14) |
| Currency | Rupee (1729-1947) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.76 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Value in English and Malayalam
"RV" for Rama Varma
Lettering:
CHS. 2.
RV
ചക്രം. ൨.
Translation: 2 Chuckrams
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma was the ruling Maharajah of the Indian state of Travancore between 1885 and 1924, succeeding his uncle Maharajah Visakham Thirunal (1880–1885).Predecessor: Visakham Thirunal Rama Varma
Successor: Pooradam Thirunal Sethu Lakshmi Bayi (Regent)
Born: September 25, 1857
Died: March 7, 1924 (aged 66)
Full name: HH The Maharajah of Travancore Sree Padmanabhadasa Vanchipala Sir Rama Varma VI
House: Venad Swaroopam
Dynasty: Kulasekhara
Father: Changanassery Raja Raja Varma
Mother: Rani Lakshmi Bayi
Religion: Hinduism
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Chuckrams coin from the Kingdom of Travancore is that it features a unique blend of Indian and European design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma VI, the ruler of Travancore at the time, in a traditional Indian style, while the reverse side features a depiction of a crowned lion, a common motif in European heraldry, surrounded by the coin's denomination and the name of the kingdom in Malayalam script. This fusion of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influences that were prevalent during the time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1901) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Chuckrams - Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma VI ND (1901) coin.
