India-British - ½ Pagoda n.d. (1807-1808), Silver, MADRAS PRESIDENCY Gopuram of a temple between small stars. Denomination in English and Persian on ribbon around. Rev. Vishnu surrounded by 4 circle of beads. Denomination in Tamil and Telugu. Translation of the native languages = 'half a tower (or star) pagoda'. KM. 344.NGC Top Pop! Finest known!
Many early types of 19th half pagodas were struck over Spanish colonial 4 and 8 reales pieces. Ghostly details of the Spanish coat of arms are visible in the obverse centre.21.14 g. R. Very scarce first type. Exceptional quality. NGC MS64