Princely State Coins

The Asaf Jahi dynasty of Hyderabad issued the first gold Mohur in India in 1766.

The Princely State of Mysore issued silver coins called Rupees, which were widely used in the region.

The Princely State of Jaipur was renowned for its exquisite coins, which often featured intricate designs and motifs inspired by Rajput culture and architecture.

The Princely State of Travancore issued gold coins called Varahans, which were highly valued for their purity and craftsmanship.

The Princely State of Bhopal issued coins with bilingual inscriptions in Persian and Devanagari, reflecting its diverse cultural heritage.

The Princely State of Baroda issued copper coins called Pice, which were widely used for small transactions.

The Princely State of Hyderabad was the first to introduce a decimal coinage system in India, aligning with the British Indian currency system.

The Princely State of Gwalior issued silver coins called Rupees, which were popular for their distinctive designs and inscriptions.

The Princely State of Patiala was known for issuing coins featuring portraits of its rulers, a practice that was not common among other Princely States.

The Princely State of Bikaner issued gold coins called Mohurs, which were highly valued for their purity and craftsmanship.

The Princely State of Hyderabad issued coins with inscriptions in multiple languages, reflecting its diverse cultural and linguistic heritage.

The Princely State of Jodhpur issued copper coins called Dhelu, which were commonly used for small transactions and everyday purchases.

The Princely State of Gwalior was known for issuing coins with unique shapes and designs, including square and octagonal coins, which set them apart from other Princely State coins.

The Princely State of Patiala issued silver coins called Rupees, which were widely used in the region and were known for their distinctive designs and inscriptions.

The Princely State of Jaipur issued coins featuring images of Hindu deities and symbols, reflecting the strong religious and cultural traditions of the region.