Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1295-1296 (1878-1879) front Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1295-1296 (1878-1879) back
Rupee - Tukoji Rao III 1295-1296 (1878-1879) photo
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Rupee - Tukoji Rao III

 
Silver 11.24 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Indore
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1295-1296 (1878-1879)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1760-1935)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.24 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#79309
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

AH Date

Lettering: AH 1296

Edge

Plain

Comment

Weight varies 10.70-11.60 grams.

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Tukoji Rao III, who was a minor at the time, and therefore, his name appears on the coin along with the regnal year 1295-1296 (1878-1879). This coin is a rare example of a coin minted during a minor's reign, and it highlights the unique historical context in which it was produced.