Taca
Dynasty / Name of State : Garhwal
Ruler / Authority : Pradip Shah
Denomination : Taca
Metal : Copper
Shape : Round or Irregular
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Minting Technique : Die Struck
Issued Year : 1829
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History of Pradip Shah
The literal meaning of Garhwal is ‘country of forts’ or ‘country of gadh’ (glen). The Kingdom consists of many steep mountain ridges which divide each other by deep glen. This state was ruled by three dynasties, Katyuri dynasty (8th – 11th century), Chand dynasty (14th –15th century) and Shah Dynasty (1815 – 1949 AD). During British Raj, it came under the authority of ‘Punjab Hill States Agency’. Garhwal is situated currenctly i...Disclaimer :
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