The Tiger of Mysore's Legacy in Gold: Tipu Sultans 1788 gold...

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The Tiger of Mysore's Legacy in Gold: Tipu Sultans 1788 gold pagoda (FAROOQI ) Coin khursheed sawad mint, Islamic Gold Coin, Indian

Tipu Sultan named his gold coins in the name of Sahaba’s
similarly he named copper coins in the name of stars like Mushtari , Akhtar , Zohra , Qutab.

this pagoda gold coin also known as FarooQi in the name of Hazrat Umer Farooq RA .

OBV: Farsi legend Huw al-Sultan al-Wahid al-‘Adil Tarikh Julus Sakh Sueem Bahari Sanah 8 Julusi.

REV: Farsi legend Muhammad Ahmad Deendar Jahan Ast Roshanza Fateh Haidar Imai Zarb Patan Sal Sara Sanah 1218

Mint : khursheed Sawad

Coin weigh :  3.38 grams / 23k Gold purity 

Tipu Sultan (1751–1799) was the Sultan of Mysore, located in the southern part of India. He is well known for his resistance against British colonial forces, his progressive reforms, and his efforts to strengthen the military and economic position of Mysore.

Tipu Sultan’s coinage was highly significant as it symbolized his authority, the wealth of his kingdom, and his defiance against British rule. His coins were minted in various metals, including gold, silver, and copper.