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Duitola Asarphi - Prithvi Bir Bikram

1817 (1895) year
Gold 23.32 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Nepal
King
Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah (1881-1911)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1817 (1895)
Calendar
Nepal - Saka era
Value
1 Asarphi (4)
Currency
Mohar (1546-1932)
Composition
Gold
Weight
23.32 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#66162
Rarity index
92%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Duitola Asarphi - Prithvi Bir Bikram 1817 (1895) coin from Nepal is that it was minted during the reign of King Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah, who was known for his efforts to modernize Nepal's economy and infrastructure. The coin's design features a unique blend of traditional Nepalese motifs and Western-style numismatic elements, reflecting the country's cultural and historical context during that time.