Coin Identifier
East India Company Rama-Sita-Lakshmana Religious Token
Token (Nominal value 1 Anna / Temple Token)

East India Company Rama-Sita-Lakshmana Religious Token

India (British India era / Private manufacture) · Circa 1818 (Often back-dated or modern replicas)

A circular brass token featuring a seated deity figure (likely Lord Rama) on the obverse, accompanied by Hindi/Devanagari inscriptions. The reverse typically features a depiction of Rama's Durbar (court).

Country
India (British India era / Private manufacture)
Year
Circa 1818 (Often back-dated or modern replicas)
Denomination
Token (Nominal value 1 Anna / Temple Token)
Metal
Brass or Copper-Alloy

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Overview

A circular brass token featuring a seated deity figure (likely Lord Rama) on the obverse, accompanied by Hindi/Devanagari inscriptions. The reverse typically features a depiction of Rama's Durbar (court).

Historical significance

These are not legal tender coins but religious 'Ramatanka' tokens. They became popular in the 19th and 20th centuries as devotional items. While some are inscribed with '1818' and 'East India Company', they were mostly privately struck to be sold at temples or used in religious ceremonies.

Estimated value

$5.00 - $20.00 USD (Commonly found as modern replicas)

Care & preservation

Store in a dry environment to prevent corrosion. Avoid cleaning with harsh chemicals or abrasives, as this can damage the patina and surface details. Handle by the edges using soft gloves if possible.