Copper Nazarna Paisa of Man Singh II of Princely State Jaipur
2020-11-28 Sat
Man Singh II was the last ruling Maharaja of Princely State Jaipur. He ruled Princely State Jaipur between 1922 CE and 1949 CE when the state acceded unto the Dominion of India. He held the office as Rajpramukh of Rajasthan between 1949 and 1956. Later, he also served as Ambassador of India to Spain.This copper Nazarana paisa that weighs around 6.71g was issued by Maharaja Man Singh during this rule in Princely State Jaipur. The weight of this coin is around 6.71g and it was issued from Princely State Jaipur. The obverse of this coin is inscribed with King's name and title with RY date, Jhar, and Julus formula. The reverse of this coin is inscribed with Jhar, Date, George in Persian legend and Mint name.
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