Lot 2247
Sale 59 · Important Australian Coins & Banknotes
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Description
Madras Presidency, in the name of Farrukhsiyar (A.H. 1124-1131, A.D. 1713-1719), silver rupee, impressed with the mint name Chinapatan and known as the 'Madras rupee', Regnal Year 3 (1714-1715), (Pr. 127, KM. -). Very fine with a very clear mint and date reading, very rare.
This very rare coin was struck in year 3 of Farrukhisyar. The ruler was not present in either the Pridmore or Pitchfork collections (N.N. Sale 48, but an example year 41 lot 1989 realised $240).
- Estimate
- $200
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $200