This Silver ½ Rupee coin from the independent kingdom of Cooch Behar bears historical significance as a relic from a time when various regions in India issued their own coinage. Minted during the reign of Prana Narayana, it offers a glimpse into the numismatic heritage of the region.
**Key Features:**
- **Denomination:** ½ Rupee
- **Material:** Silver
- **Reign:** Prana Narayana (SE 1555-1588, 1633-1666 AD)
- **Obverse:** Features a depiction of Shiva Charana, with inscriptions in Sanskrit.
- **Reverse:** Bears inscriptions referring to the ruler Prana Narayana, along with other religious or symbolic elements.
- **Weight:** 4.97 grams
- **Diameter:** 20.02 mm
- **Quality:** Very fine condition, indicative of its age and historical use.
- **Scarcity:** Classified as very scarce, suggesting its rarity among surviving specimens.
- **Historical Context:** Minted during a period of autonomy for Cooch Behar, reflecting the region's distinct identity and coinage.
**Comments:**
This Silver ½ Rupee coin from Cooch Behar, issued during the reign of Prana Narayana, offers collectors and enthusiasts a tangible connection to the history and heritage of the region. Its intricate design and scarcity make it a prized addition to any numismatic collection focused on Indian coinage.
- Cooch Behar Silver ½ Rupee coin Prana Narayana
- Indian independent kingdoms numismatic relic
- Rare Cooch Behar coinage from Prana Narayana reign
- Historical Indian silver coin Shiva Charana depiction
- Collectible Indian rupee coin with Sanskrit inscriptions
