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Lot No.314
AUC29
Independent Kingdoms
Auction Date: 15-12-2017
Copper
Maratha Confederacy, copper coins (13), 19th century Deccan, 'Bhonsla' style Kachcha Paisas of Central Maharashtra / Vidarbha area. Various dates, types of symbols and weights. (13 coins)
Generally very fine, Rare.
Coins like these are struck freely borrowing symbols and designs from official currencies of the past. Their issue was prompted by heavy demand of copper coins of small value needed to pay labour in the booming cotton cultivation and trade in Berar during mid-19th century.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 8,000-10,000
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