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Gadhaiya Paisa Om type - Malwa ND
| Billon | 4.25 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Gadhaiya (Indian Northern Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1200-1300 |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm (543-1390) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 4.25 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 5.14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#66311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Nagari "OM"
Lettering: ओं
Edge
Plain
Comment
These are known as Om type Gadhaiya Paisa with Nagari om on reverse.Interesting fact
The Gadhaiya Paisa (Om type) coin from the Indian Northern Dynasties, which was circulated in Malwa between 1200-1300 AD, features an interesting fact. Despite being made of Billon, a material that is primarily composed of copper, the coin weighs only 4.25 grams. This is unusually light for a coin of its size and material, suggesting that it may have been intentionally underweight to facilitate easier trade and commerce. This peculiarity makes it a fascinating piece of history for collectors and numismatists to study and collect.
