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5 Cash 1 Falus ND
1807 year| Copper | 2.41 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Madras Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1807 |
| Value | 5 Cash = 1 Falus = 1⁄192 Rupee (1⁄672) |
| Currency | Pagoda (1639-1817) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.41 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75227 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
The value in Tamil and Telugu.
Legend in Telugu: Idu anacu kasu, Tamil: Idi aedu kasulu
Translation: This is five Cash
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 2.24-2.59 grams- Diameter varies 19.6-21.1 mm
- Both coin and medal alignments exist
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 5 Cash (1 Falus) ND (1807) from Madras Presidency (British India) made of Copper weighing 2.41 g is that it was part of a series of coins issued by the British East India Company in the early 19th century to facilitate trade and commerce in the region. The coin features a unique blend of Indian and British design elements, with the obverse side bearing the image of a lion and the reverse side featuring a stylized representation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made with high-quality copper and features intricate details and craftsmanship, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1807) | 1216822 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cash (1 Falus) ND (1807) coin.
