Rare 4 Annas Silver Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan Charminar Hyderabad Mint Coin of Hyderabad State # A418

Description

Rare silver 4 Annas (Char Anna) of Hyderabad State, issued under Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan of the Asaf Jahi dynasty. The obverse carries the Charminar of Hyderabad within a fret border, with the Persian date line below the monument, while the reverse bears the Persian legend of the Nizam arranged around a central roundel.

• Denomination: 4 Annas (Char Anna), Hyderabad State coinage
• Authority: Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, Asaf Jahi dynasty
• Mint: Hyderabad (Farkhanda Bunyad)
• Metal: silver
• Diameter: approximately 15.4 mm
• Condition: Very Fine, evenly toned with light hairline scratches on the reverse

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Step back into the opulent era of princely India with this captivating 4 Annas silver coin, struck under the reign of Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of the Asaf Jahi dynasty of Hyderabad State. Emitting from the prestigious Hyderabad Mint, this genuine numismatic treasure is crafted from fine silver and measures approximately 15.4 mm in diameter. The obverse prominently displays the iconic Charminar monument framed by an intricate fret border, accompanied by the Persian date line. The reverse features elaborate Persian calligraphy detailing the Nizam’s titles. Graded in Very Fine condition, the piece exhibits an attractive, even tone complemented by minor hairline scratches on the reverse that attest to its authentic circulation history. History enthusiasts and advanced numismatists prize these issues for their striking architectural motif and their tangible connection to one of the world's wealthiest monarchs of the 20th century. This authentic collector piece offers a remarkable window into the rich heritage of the Deccan region, making it an essential addition to any serious Indian princely states or silver coin collection.