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Paisa - Tipu Sultan Patan
Copper | 11.1 g | 22 mm |
Issuer | Kingdom of Mysore (Indian states) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1192-1221 (1778-1792) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | 1 Paisa (1⁄256) |
Currency | Rupee (1565-1799) |
Composition | Copper |
Weight | 11.1 g |
Diameter | 22 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#52798 |
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Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Mint Name
Lettering: Zarb Patan
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight varies between 10.82 - 12.51 grams.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Paisa - Tipu Sultan (Patan) coin is that it was issued during the reign of Tipu Sultan, who was a powerful and influential ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore in the late 18th century. Tipu Sultan was known for his military prowess and his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Mysorean economy, which made him a significant figure in Indian history. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.