Princely States

Mysore Kingdom Coinage (Tipu Sultan / Wodeyar)

India • 18th–20th century • Paisa / Fanam / Rupee (Imami) • Catalog: KM# 125

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Quick Numismatic Identification & Valuation

The Mysore Kingdom Coinage (Tipu Sultan / Wodeyar) is a historic copper / silver / gold coin issued in 18th–20th century during the Princely States era under the official monetary authority. Authentic specimens typically weigh 11.30g with a diameter of 25.00mm.

Mint: Patan (Seringapatam), Nagar, Bangalore Metal: Copper / Silver / Gold Rarity: Historical Legend Mintage: Historic record
Mysore Kingdom Coinage (Tipu Sultan / Wodeyar)
Estimated Numismatic Valuation
₹ 200 – ₹ 100,000

Estimated collector price range for authentic, problem-free specimens. Premium uncirculated grades (MS-63+) and documented mint state command higher auction prices.

Numismatic Specifications

Country / Entity India
Year of Issue 18th–20th century
Denomination Paisa / Fanam / Rupee (Imami)
Mint & Location Patan (Seringapatam), Nagar, Bangalore (Mysore)
Ruler / Authority Government Authority
Metal / Composition Copper / Silver / Gold
Weight 11.30 g
Diameter 25.00 mm
Thickness 2.10 mm
Shape & Edge Round, Plain
Mintage Historical record
Rarity Status Historical Legend

Historical Background & Collector Significance

Famed for Tipu Sultan's innovative solar Mauludi dating system and elephant copper coins, as well as the enduring Wodeyar dynasty gold fanams.

Obverse (Front) Design

Proud caparisoned Indian elephant with trunk raised, or Chamundeshwari and Shiva-Parvati motifs.

Reverse (Back) Design

Mauludi calendar date and Persian mint formula under Tipu Sultan, or Kannada legends under Krishna Raja Wodeyar.

Collector & Authenticity Notes

Wodeyar and later issues; attribution is important. Double paisa elephant copper coins are high-demand items.

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