Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Farrukhyab-Hisar) 1201-1219 front Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Farrukhyab-Hisar) 1201-1219 back
Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Farrukhyab-Hisar) 1201-1219 photo
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Paisa - Tipu Sultan Farrukhyab-Hisar

 
Copper 11 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1201-1219
Calendar
India - Mauludi era
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄256)
Currency
Rupee (1565-1799)
Composition
Copper
Weight
11 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#93028
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Mint name-Farrukhyab Hisar

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Farrukhyab-Hisar) coin from the Kingdom of Mysore is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Tipu Sultan, also known as the "Tiger of Mysore," who was a powerful and influential ruler in Indian history. He was known for his military prowess and his efforts to modernize and centralize the Mysorean state. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 11 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time.