Lot 1334

Sale 75 · Important Australian, British & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes

Description

India, EIC, Madras Presidency, Indian Style Coinage, Hindu System, Gold star pagoda, c.1740-1807, Struck at Madras mint, (3.408 grams), obv. crude half standing figure of a deity, rev. five pointed star within dotted borders, (Pr. 9, KM. 303). Extremely fine, scarce.

Ex J. Smith Collection. The design for this coinage was determined in 1740 and declared the standard pagoda of Madras 9th April 1741. Referred to in the Company's records as the 'Madras current or star pagoda'.

Estimate
$300
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$380