Nazarana Rupee - Ram Singh II ND (1858-1900) front Nazarana Rupee - Ram Singh II ND (1858-1900) back
Nazarana Rupee - Ram Singh II ND (1858-1900) photo
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Nazarana Rupee - Ram Singh II ND

 
Silver 11.37 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Kotah (Indian princely states)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1858-1900
Value
1 Nazarana Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.37 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#266979
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Julus formula with regnal year, cross and symbol.

Script: Urdu

Lettering: sana 30 julus zarb Kotah

Translation: Struck in Kotah in the year 30

Edge

Plain

Comment

Nandgaon Mint, in the name of Queen Victoria 'Badshah Zaman' type

Interesting fact

The Nazarana Rupee - Ram Singh II ND (1858-1900) from Princely state of Kotah (Indian princely states) made of Silver weighing 11.37 g is an interesting coin because it is a rare example of a non-circulating coin from a princely state in India. Non-circulating coins are not meant to be used as regular currency, but are instead produced for collectors or special occasions. The fact that this coin is made of silver and has a unique design, makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.