2 Fanon Ponduchery
1837 year| Silver | 3 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Puducherry (French India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1837 |
| Value | 2 Fanons (¼) |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#113572 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rooster above date.
Comment
Previous C#145.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Fanon coin from Puducherry (French India) made of Silver weighing 3g is that it was minted during the French colonial period in India, specifically in 1837. The coin features the French motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" on one side and the image of a crowned bust of King Louis-Philippe on the other. This coin was used as a means of currency in the French colonies in India, specifically in Puducherry, which was a French colony from 1774 to 1954. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the history of French colonialism in India.
