Faridkot, Raja Harinder Singh, 1941, Coronation Nazarana 1/3 Mohur
Oswal Antiques, Auction 107, Mumbai
27th April, 2025
https://www.icollector.com/Princely-States-Faridkot_i56291657
Maharaja Harindar Singh, Gold Presentation 1/3 Mohur, 3.38g, Dated 1941, Obv: Bearded bust of Maharaja wearing military attire and a Sikh turban, legend “H. H. Maharaja Harinder Singh Brar Bans Bahadur” around, Rev: Coat of arms of sate - Arms: A chevron between three annulets. Crest: A demi-Lion rampant, on a helmet. Supporters: Two black bucks (Antelope cervicapra); Motto: “Bhalan chira phadi” in Gurmukhi (KM# (X)3). About uncirculated, exceedingly rare.
Raja Harinder Singh succeeded his father in 1918, aged only three years. A council of regency ruled on his behalf till 1934. His greatest passion was all things military. He was briefly attached to the British army and saw service on the North-West Frontier at an early age. Thereafter he spent much time on expanding the state forces, improving their equipment, training and efficiency. In 1941, he was appointed the Knight Commander of the Star of India order. Rare gold coins were struck for ceremonial purposes when he received his investiture.
Following independence, the Raja continued his interest in military affairs, but also turned his attention to business and farming matters. He also amassed a wonderful collection of vintage Motor vehicles at his properties near Shimla. Included amongst them, several unique Rolls-Royce cars, military vehicles, and aircraft from the Second World War. He died aged seventy-four years in 1989, seventy-one years after his accession.
27th April, 2025
https://www.icollector.com/Princely-States-Faridkot_i56291657
Maharaja Harindar Singh, Gold Presentation 1/3 Mohur, 3.38g, Dated 1941, Obv: Bearded bust of Maharaja wearing military attire and a Sikh turban, legend “H. H. Maharaja Harinder Singh Brar Bans Bahadur” around, Rev: Coat of arms of sate - Arms: A chevron between three annulets. Crest: A demi-Lion rampant, on a helmet. Supporters: Two black bucks (Antelope cervicapra); Motto: “Bhalan chira phadi” in Gurmukhi (KM# (X)3). About uncirculated, exceedingly rare.
Raja Harinder Singh succeeded his father in 1918, aged only three years. A council of regency ruled on his behalf till 1934. His greatest passion was all things military. He was briefly attached to the British army and saw service on the North-West Frontier at an early age. Thereafter he spent much time on expanding the state forces, improving their equipment, training and efficiency. In 1941, he was appointed the Knight Commander of the Star of India order. Rare gold coins were struck for ceremonial purposes when he received his investiture.
Following independence, the Raja continued his interest in military affairs, but also turned his attention to business and farming matters. He also amassed a wonderful collection of vintage Motor vehicles at his properties near Shimla. Included amongst them, several unique Rolls-Royce cars, military vehicles, and aircraft from the Second World War. He died aged seventy-four years in 1989, seventy-one years after his accession.
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Photo Details
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- Weight(gms):
- 3.38g
- Date:
- 1941
- Denomination:
- 1/3 Mohur
- Metal:
- AV
