Copper Paisa of Raghuji III(AD1818-53) of Bhonsala Raja’s of Nagpur with Trishul Ty.49.1

Bhonsala Raja’s of Nagpur, Rughuji III (AH1233-1270/1818-1853AD), Copper Paisa, Obv: Ahmad Shah Badshah, Rev: Trishul mint mark and Mint name ‘Nagpur’ in Persian, 9.24 Gms, 16.62 mm, (Coinage of the Bhonsala Raja’s of Nagpur, Type 49.1), About Very Fine.

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This exceptional copper paisa represents a significant piece of 19th-century Indian numismatic history, minted under the reign of Raghuji III of the Bhonsala Raja’s of Nagpur (1818-1853 AD). The coin features the obverse inscription “Ahmad Shah Badshah” and displays the distinctive Trishul (trident) symbol on the reverse—a sacred Hindu emblem that reflects the Hindu Maratha rulers’ cultural identity. Weighing 9.24 grams with a diameter of 16.62mm, this Type 49.1 coinage is classified as Very Fine condition, indicating excellent preservation with only light circulation wear.

The Bhonsala dynasty ruled Nagpur during a transformative period in Indian history, bridging traditional Mughal-influenced coinage with regional Maratha aesthetics. Collectors treasure these paise for their historical significance, artistic merit, and rarity. The blend of Persian inscriptions with Hindu iconography makes this piece particularly valuable to those studying Indo-Islamic numismatic traditions and Maratha era coinage.

In Very Fine condition, this coin maintains strong detail and eye appeal—ideal for serious collectors and historians seeking authentic examples of regional Indian currency before British colonial consolidation.

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