Paisa - Haidar Ali (Patan) ND (1761-1782) front Paisa - Haidar Ali (Patan) ND (1761-1782) back
Paisa - Haidar Ali (Patan) ND (1761-1782) photo
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Paisa - Haidar Ali Patan ND

 
Copper 12.5 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1761-1782
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄256)
Currency
Rupee (1565-1799)
Composition
Copper
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79506
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Mint Name

Lettering: Zarb Patan

Edge

Plain

Comment

Hyder Ali was the father of Tipu Sultan

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Paisa - Haidar Ali (Patan) ND (1761-1782) from Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states) made of Copper weighing 12.5 g is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and South Indian architectural styles in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a mosque, while the reverse side features a depiction of a temple, reflecting the cultural and religious diversity of the Kingdom of Mysore during the rule of Haidar Ali and his son Tipu Sultan.