India, Travancore (Princely State). Rama Varma IV AR Velli Fanam. 1860-1861. Twelve pellets (the 12 'Rasi' or signs of the Zodiac) within crescent above floral ornament; denomination and date in Tamil around / 'Chuckram' within crescent above vishnupadam (feet of Lord Vishnu); all within wreath and pelleted border. KM 22.
NGC graded MS 63 (#2846459-006); an immaculate example in stunning condition, and very rare thus.
From the Oscar Collection of World Coins (USA).