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5 Cash
1803 year| Gold plated copper | 3.29 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Madras Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1803 |
| Value | 5 Cash (1⁄672) |
| Currency | Pagoda (1639-1817) |
| Composition | Gold plated copper |
| Weight | 3.29 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#25908 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: Panch kas ek falus ast
Below this is the value in English: V . CASH .
All within a raised, toothed rim.
Lettering:
پنج كاس
يك فلوس
است
V. CASH.
Translation: Five cash make one falus.
Engraver: John Phillp
Edge
Plain
Comment
The V cash proof and pattern coins have flags that point between the letters N & D in "INDIA" (see image), also reported in circulation strikes. On circulation coins, the flags are less vertical and point at the middle of letter N.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Cash 1803 coin from Madras Presidency (British India) is that it features a unique blend of Eastern and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, while the reverse side features the British royal crest and the inscription "MADRAS PRESIDENCY" in English. This blending of cultural motifs reflects the complex history of British colonialism in India and the influence of Indian culture on British coinage.
