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2½ Kori - Victoria [Pragmalji II]
1875 yearSilver (.937) | 6.935 g | 24.5 mm |
Issuer | Princely state of Kutch (Indian princely states) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1875 |
Value | 2½ Kori (2.5 INK) |
Currency | Kori (1586-1947) |
Composition | Silver (.937) |
Weight | 6.935 g |
Diameter | 24.5 mm |
Thickness | 2.2 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#46013 |
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Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Within circle, legend in Urdu:"Malika/mu'azzamah, Queen Victoria, zarb Bhujnagar, kori do-wa-nasf, AH date"
Lettering: ١٨٧۵
Translation: Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, struck at Bhuj city, 2 1/2 kori AH 1875
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Kori - Victoria [Pragmalji II] 1875 coin from the Princely state of Kutch is that it features a unique blend of Indian and European design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Queen Victoria, while the reverse side features a depiction of a traditional Indian temple, showcasing the cultural fusion that was characteristic of the Indian princely states during the colonial era.