© Ashok Purandare
© Ashok Purandare
2 Pice
| Copper | 21.25 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1802-1813 |
| Value | 2 Paisas (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 21.25 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#71512 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
A pair of balanced scales , between pans Persian legend: Adil.
Value above adil
Lettering:
2
عادل
Translation: Just or fair
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 19.22-21.31 grams- Diameter varies 20.0-25.0 mm
- Bombay mint
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Interesting fact
The 2 Pice coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) made of Copper weighing 21.25g has an interesting fact that it was one of the first coins to feature the image of a British monarch, King George III, on the obverse side, signifying the British colonial influence in India during that time.
