Coins: Princely States

Old coins:

1. Jaipur State Coins
Details:
Mint: Jaipur.
Denominations: Nazrana Paisa and Nazrana Rupee.
Rulers: The coins are from the reigns of Maharajas Man Singh II, Madho Singh, and possibly Akbar II.
Years Mentioned:
1941 (RY 20), 1947 (RY 26).
1913 (RY 34).
Script: These coins are inscribed with Persian or Urdu script, which was commonly used for princely state coins during this era.
Significance:
Coins like these were often minted as ceremonial or “Nazrana” issues, presented as gifts or tokens during special occasions or royal ceremonies.

2. Other States (Bindraban, Chhatarpur, Dholpur, Jaisalmer)
Bindraban State:
Mint: Bindraban.
Denomination: Rupee.
Script: Persian/Urdu.
Year: AH (Islamic Hijri Calendar) and RY 44.

Chhatarpur State:
Mint: Chhatarpur.
Denomination: Rupee.
Year: RY 3, featuring the name “Shah Alam II.”

Dholpur State:
Mint: Dholpur.
Denomination: Rupee.
Ruler: Kirat Singh.
Year: RY 17.

Jaisalmer State:
Mint: Jaisalmer.
Denomination: Rupee.
Year: “Year 22 Frozen.”
Marked with “CO Victoria,” suggesting British influence or recognition of Queen Victoria.
Significance:

These coins represent the diversity of princely states and their semi-autonomous status under British rule.

Each state had its own minting practices, rulers, and designs. Princely state coins like these were used for everyday transactions or ceremonial purposes and reflect the cultural, political, and economic history of the era.

Coins from princely states are highly collectible and valuable for numismatists, as they provide a glimpse into India’s pre-independence history.

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