Anantaraya 2 fanams - Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma ND (1758-1798) front Anantaraya 2 fanams - Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma ND (1758-1798) back
Anantaraya 2 fanams - Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma ND (1758-1798) photo
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Anantaraya 2 fanams - Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma ND

 
Gold 0.39 g 7.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Travancore (Indian Hindu Dynasties)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1758-1798
Value
2 Fanams (2⁄7)
Currency
Rupee (1729-1947)
Composition
Gold
Weight
0.39 g
Diameter
7.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#74199
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Twelve pellets within a curve considered as the 12 Rasi or the signs of the zodiac

Edge

Plain

Comment

- Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma (1758 - 1798) was also known as Dharma Raja or The Just King

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma, who was the Maharaja of the Kingdom of Travancore from 1758 to 1798. He was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, and his reign saw significant developments in fields such as education, agriculture, and trade. The coin itself is made of gold and weighs 0.39 grams, making it a valuable and rare piece of numismatic history.