


© Joseph Kunnappally
Anantaraya 2 fanams - Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma ND
Gold | 0.39 g | 7.5 mm |
Issuer | Kingdom of Travancore (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
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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 |
Numista | N#74199 |
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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 KingInteresting 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.