Rupee - Jai Singh (Bajrangarh, Gwalior feudatory) ND (1808-1813) front Rupee - Jai Singh (Bajrangarh, Gwalior feudatory) ND (1808-1813) back
Rupee - Jai Singh (Bajrangarh, Gwalior feudatory) ND (1808-1813) photo
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Rupee - Jai Singh Bajrangarh, Gwalior feudatory ND

 
Silver 10.85 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Gwalior (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1808-1813
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.85 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#118963
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Devanagari legend, RY 12

Translation: yeh sike par chaap maharaj jai singh ki 12

Edge

Plain

Comment

Bajranggarh, Jainagar Mint. Dotted border on both sides

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Jai Singh, who was a prominent ruler of the Princely state of Gwalior in India. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize the state's administration and economy. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 10.85 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time.