Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1294-1296 (1877-1879) front Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1294-1296 (1877-1879) back
Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1294-1296 (1877-1879) photo
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Rupee - Tukoji Rao III

 
Silver 11.23 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Indore
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1294-1296 (1877-1879)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1760-1935)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.23 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79308
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

AH Date

Lettering: AH 1296

Edge

Plain

Comment

Weight varies 10.70-11.60 grams.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tukoji Rao III Rupee coin from the Princely state of Indore is that it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The use of silver in coinage was a symbol of the wealth and power of the Princely state, and it highlights the importance of this coin as a piece of history.