Travancore Bala Rama Varma One Fanam 1118 Silver Coin With Conch Shell Emblem

An interesting historical coin from the former princely state of Travancore, issued during the reign of Maharaja Bala Rama Varma. This One Fanam coin features the inscription BALA RAMA VARMA and TRAVANCORE surrounding the denomination ONE FANAM with the date 1118. The reverse displays the traditional conch shell emblem surrounded by a decorative wreath. An attractive collectible representing the coinage heritage of Travancore and an excellent addition to collections of Indian princely state coins.

Specifications: Country: India, Issuing State: Travancore, Ruler: Maharaja Chithira Thirunal Bala Rama Varma II, Denomination: One Fanam, Year: 1118 Malayalam Era (approximately 1943 AD), Metal: Silver (.500), Weight: Approximately 1.51 grams, Diameter: Approximately 15.72 mm, Shape: Round, Edge: Milled, Reference: KM# 65.