2021-09-04 Sat

An adjoined image is of squared copper Half Paisa minted at Bundi in the name of King Edward VII in 1973 VS. The obverse of the coin features, “Name of King and title, Katar at the center” and the reverse of the coin depicts, “Devanagari legend and VS date”.

In ancient times, various local tribes were inhabited ancient Bundi. The PariharMeena was an eminent community in this state. The term ‘Bundi’ can be traced from a former Meena king called MananShreshta. Earlier, it was called ‘Bunda-Ka-Nal’ which means narrow ways. Geographically, Bundi was located in the Aravali Hills of Rajasthan. Later Rao DevHada took charge of it from JaitaMeena in 1342. So, they named it Haravati or Haroti. It was divided into two distinct states, Kota and Bundi on either side of Chambal. Bundi became famous for its intricate murals paintings. The fortress of the state was built on the Aravali hills which acted as a natural preventer from enemies. In 1342, the Bundi region was overtaken by Rao Deva Hada. Hence, the rule of Maharao of Bundi began which lasted for a long, till India’s independence and after. At one instant of time, Bundi state encompassed Kota, Jhalawar, and Baran. Image Courtesy: Mintage World