© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
8 Annas - Anonymous Second Series ND
| Silver | 5.35 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Princely state of Kishangarh (Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1902-1938 |
| Value | 8 Annas (½) |
| Currency | Rupee |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.35 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#83649 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jhar Flower
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight Varies: 5.20 - 5.45 grams
- Diameter Varies: 16 - 16.5 mm
- Anonymous - Second Series
- Hammered Coinage
- ND//24 (sic)
- Denominations in Nagari, Persian, and 'merchants numerals' in Annas on the obverse. ~ Krause Publications
- “These coins ... have the appearance of local tokens rather than an official state issue, but appear to be more plentiful than the ... (Chandi coins). They were conceivably struck at the Kishangarh mint from bullion tendered by private persons and used solely as a local currency.” ~ K.W.Wiggins
- ORIENTAL NIMISMATIC SOCIETY INFORMATION SHEET. No. 6 Excerpt from Page 7
INDIA: INDIAN NATIVE STATES. THE COINAGE OP KISHANGARH. PAST II. K.W.WIGGINS.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Annas coin from the Princely state of Kishangarh is that it features a unique blend of traditional Indian and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a horseman, symbolizing the princely state's martial traditions, while the reverse side features a stylized floral pattern inspired by Mughal art. This fusion of styles reflects the cultural diversity of the Indian princely states during the colonial era.
