2 Pice 1791-1794 front 2 Pice 1791-1794 back
2 Pice 1791-1794 photo
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2 Pice

 
Copper 12.95 g 30.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Bombay Presidency (British India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1791-1794
Value
2 Paisas (1⁄36)
Currency
Rupee (1672-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
12.95 g
Diameter
30.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#22936
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Balanced scales with legend in Persian between pans: Adil

Lettering: عدل

Translation: Just or fair

Edge

Oblique milled, Grained right ////

Comment

- Weight varies 12.13-13.45 grams
- Diameter varies 29.5-31.6 mm

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Pice coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) made of Copper weighing 12.95g is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of King George III, who was the King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 to 1820. This coin was minted during his reign and features an image of him on one side, while the other side has the denomination and year of minting. This coin was used widely in trade and commerce during that time and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1791  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pice 1791-1794 coin.