Mysore AH1199/3 2 rupees

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Heritage sale 3082, lot 34255
photo courtesy Heritage Auction Galleries

This specimen was lot 34255 in Heritage sale 3082 (New York, January 2020), where it sold for $3,120. The catalog description[1] noted, "India: Mysore. Tipu Sultan 2 Rupees AH 1199 Year 3 (1784/1785) AU58 NGC, Patan mint. A relatively scarce denomination from this prominent princely ruler, a bit soft atop the calligraphy, which, however preserves a bold relief alongside lightly toned argent surfaces." The Indian state of Mysore, under her rulers Haider Ali (1761-82) and Tipu Sultan (1782-99), was a serious thorn in the side of the British Raj. This type was struck years 2-6 and is very rare.

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: 21.4-23.2 g, silver, this specimen 22.40 g.

Catalog reference: KM 127.

Source:

  • Michael, Thomas, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1701-1800, 7th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2016.
  • [1]Bierrenbach, Cristiano, Warren Tucker and Sam Spiegel, Heritage World and Ancient Coins Online Auction 3082, featuring the Caranett Collection, Dallas, TX: Heritage Auction Galleries, 2019.

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