2024-11-19 Tue

Chinchvad, a village in Haveli taluka, Pune district, is famous for its shrine to the god Ganapati. A mint was established in Chinchvad in the late 18th century and operated in partnership with Peshwa's government and Shri Deva, the pontiff of Chinchvad Monastery. Silver rupees minted in Chinchvad bear Battle axe, a weapon of Shree Ganesha, as a mint mark. Image Courtesy: Todywalla Auction