Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Nagar) 1192-1222 (1778-1793) front Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Nagar) 1192-1222 (1778-1793) back
Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Nagar) 1192-1222 (1778-1793) photo
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Paisa - Tipu Sultan Nagar

 
Copper 11.15 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1192-1222 (1778-1793)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄256)
Currency
Rupee (1565-1799)
Composition
Copper
Weight
11.15 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#50624
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Mint Name

Lettering: Zarb Nagar

Edge

Plain

Comment

Weight varies between 10.82 - 12.51 grams.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Nagar) coin is that it was issued during the reign of Tipu Sultan, also known as the "Tiger of Mysore," who was a powerful and influential ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore in the late 18th century. He was known for his military prowess and his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, which included the introduction of new coinage systems. The Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Nagar) coin is a rare and valuable example of this coinage system, and it is highly sought after by collectors today.