2 Pice ND (1816) front 2 Pice ND (1816) back
2 Pice ND (1816) photo
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2 Pice ND

1816 year
Copper 12.95 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Bengal Presidency (British India)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1816
Value
2 Paisas (1⁄32)
Currency
Rupee (1765-1835)
Composition
Copper
Weight
12.95 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#70927
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Legend in Bengali, Persian & Hindi: Do pai sikka

Lettering:
ســك
دو پاى

Translation: Two pie coin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Pice ND (1816) coin from Bengal Presidency (British India) is that it features a unique blend of Eastern and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a crowned bust of King George III, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a lotus flower, which is a symbol of spiritual growth and enlightenment in Hinduism and Buddhism. This blending of cultural motifs reflects the diverse influences that shaped the British Raj's currency during that time.