2022-11-17 Thu

Chhatrapati Shivaji maharaj was an India ruler. Shivaji Maharaj was the founder of the Maratha Empire. He is best known for his naval force; during his reign in the Maratha period. His determination was admirable toward his nation and brought changes and rise to new Ruling power.

In the year 1999, the Shivaji Maharaj coin was issued and minted. It’s a circulating commemorative coin with a hendecagonal shape. The composition is Copper-nickel. The coin has an observed and reserved side. They depict a bust of Shivaji facing right in the reverse and observe the side of the Ashoka Lion pedestal, denomination below. The edge was smooth; the technique was milled. The value and Currency of the coin are 2 Rupees. Weight is 5.69 g. The diameter of the coin is 25.9 mm. Thickness is 1.46 mm.

Image Courtesy: classical numismatic gallery