Maratha Coins

Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire, was the first to issue coins in the name of the Maratha kingdom.

The first Maratha coin was called the Shivaji Rupee. It was issued in 1674 and was made of silver.

The Shivaji Rupee weighed 11.66 grams.

The Shivaji Rupee featured a lion standing on its hind legs.

The Shivaji Rupee bore the inscription (\text{श्री शिवाजी महाराज की जय})

Shahu, the fourth Maratha ruler, issued the most coins.

Sambhaji issued a coin called the Sambhaji Rupee.

Rajaram issued a coin called the Rajaram Rupee.

Shahu issued a coin called the Shahu Rupee.

The Shahu Rupee featured a peacock dancing.

The Shahu Rupee bore the inscription (\text{श्री शाहू महाराज की जय})

The Shahu Mohur was a gold coin issued by Shahu.

The Shahu Fanam was a copper coin issued by Shahu.

The Shivaji Rupee was a silver coin issued by Shivaji.

The Shahu Mohur was the largest Maratha coin in size.