Tukoji Rao II, Copper Pattern 1/2 Anna, 16.31g, VS 1942, Obv: Sun-face in centre, Devanaga

Tukoji Rao II, Copper Pattern 1/2 Anna, 16.31g, VS 1942, Obv: Sun-face in centre, Devanagari legend “Shrimant Sarkar Holkar” around it, Rev: Recumbent Nandi in front of Shivaliga and a Bael leaf above, Devanagari legend “Shahar Indor Samwat 1942” around. Very fine+, extremely rare. On 19 January 1886, Indore State issued a circular that the existing copper coins were dissimilar and of different dies. A merchant named Mangat Ram was given the contract to strike copper coinage on behalf of the State. He experimented with using simple machines like a screw press, to ensure uniformity and quick ou

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Auction: Auction #102 · Oswal Antiques · 2024-05-05 · Estimate: ₹ 100000 - ₹ 150000

Category: Princely States : Indore

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