20 Cash - Krishnaraja Wodeyar III 1833-1843 front 20 Cash - Krishnaraja Wodeyar III 1833-1843 back
20 Cash - Krishnaraja Wodeyar III 1833-1843 photo

20 Cash - Krishnaraja Wodeyar III

 
Copper 8.88 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Mysore (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1833-1843
Value
20 Cash (1⁄48)
Currency
Rupee (1793-1848)
Composition
Copper
Weight
8.88 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
3.88 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#44910
Rarity index
29%

Reverse

"Krishna" in Kannada,
followed by "Struck in Mysore" in Persian at the centre,
surrounded by "MEILEE XX CASH" in English and Kannada.

Lettering: XX CASH

Edge

Rough

Comment

Although the coin states that it was struck at Mysore, the mint had already been transferred to Bangalore in 1833.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 20 Cash - Krishnaraja Wodeyar III 1833-1843 from Princely state of Mysore (Indian princely states) made of Copper weighing 8.88 g is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of Krishnaraja Wodeyar III, the ruler of Mysore, in a royal pose, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. This blend of cultural influences reflects the diverse history and heritage of the Princely state of Mysore, which was a prominent kingdom in southern India during the 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1833  - - - - - -
1834  - - - - - -
1835  - - - - - -
1836  - - - - - -
1837  - - - - - -
1838  - - - - - -
1839  - - - - - -
1840  - - - - - -

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