India, British › Madras Presidency 10 Cash 1808 Rare Coin

Description

Issuer	Madras Presidency (British India)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Year	1808
Value	10 Cash (1⁄336)
Currency	Pagoda (1639-1817)
Composition	Copper
Weight	4.66 g
Diameter	25.8 mm
Thickness	1.6 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized	Yes

This exceptional 1808 Madras Presidency 10 Cash coin represents a fascinating piece of British Indian numismatic history. Minted during the height of the British East India Company's influence, this copper coin was issued as standard circulation currency in the Madras Presidency region. Valued at 1/336 of a Pagoda, the denomination reflects the complex monetary system of colonial India. Crafted from pure copper using milled production techniques, this round coin measures 25.8mm in diameter and weighs 4.66 grams, showcasing the precision manufacturing standards of early 19th-century British mints. The coin alignment orientation (↑↓) indicates its authentic period production. Dating to 1808—just two decades before the Pagoda currency was demonetized in 1817—this piece captures a significant transitional moment in Indian monetary history. The Madras Presidency coins are increasingly sought after by serious collectors due to their historical significance and scarcity. As a demonetized currency, this coin has moved beyond circulation into the realm of pure collectible value, making it an excellent addition to any British India or colonial numismatic collection. Its age, rarity, and historical context make it an investment-worthy piece for enthusiasts of Indian history and currency evolution.