Indore Coins
The princely state of Indore, located in the central region of India, played an important role in the numismatic history of the subcontinent. During its existence as a semi-autonomous entity under British rule, Indore minted a variety of coins that reflected its unique status and cultural heritage.
History and government of Indore
Indore was ruled by the Holkar dynasty from the mid-18th century until India's independence in 1947. Under the leadership of the Holkar maharajas, Indore became one of the most prosperous and progressive princely states in British India. The city of Indore, the state capital, developed as an important commercial and cultural center. Indore's monetary system evolved throughout this period, reflecting both local traditions and British influences in its design and denominations.
Coins of Indore
Indore coins are highly valued by collectors due to their rich history and unique designs. Among the most notable issues are silver rupees minted during the reign of Yashwant Rao Holkar II (1926-1948), which featured the maharaja's portrait on the obverse and the state emblem on the reverse. Indore also issued copper coins called paisa, which were widely used in everyday transactions. Some Indore coins incorporated inscriptions in Hindi and Urdu, reflecting the linguistic diversity of the state. The mintage quality of these coins was generally high, demonstrating the sophistication of the Indore mint and its importance in the local economy.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Indore coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Ancient coins of India-Princely States
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of India-Princely States.
Bhopal Bikaner Bahawalpur Baroda Gwalior Hyderabad Indore Jaipur Jodhpur Junagadh Kutch Mewar Nawanagar Pudukkottai Ratlam Tonk TravancoreCoin Catalog
1/4 anna (Indore)
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