Sailana State Dule Singh Copper ½ Paisa Antique Coin

Princely state of Sailana, Ruler: Dule Singh (Rathore Rajput ruler), c.1850–1898 CE, Denomination: ½ Paisa, Metal: Copper, Weight: 5.43 grams, Diameter: 17 mm, Reference: Numista N #44212, about very fine, scarce.

Obverse: Stylised local emblem of the Sailana State within a circular border, executed in the traditional Malwa princely style.

Reverse: Denomination mark, enclosed within a simple ornamental border.

This coin was issued by the Princely State of Sailana, a small Malwa Agency principality during the British Raj with an area of about 769 km². Founded in 1736 by Jai Singh, Sailana was ruled by Rathore Rajputs and later became a British protectorate in 1819. The ruler Dule Singh (reign around mid-19th century) was known as a pious leader, remembered for his devotion and local influence, including support for the Bhil community. He once declined to attend the 1877 Delhi Durbar to bow before the British, illustrating his principled stance. Sailana acceded to the Indian Union on 15 June 1948.