HYDERABAD: After a gap of 80 years, Hyderabad saw a rare collection of ancient coins and currency notes from different countries on display on Saturday. This was courtesy an exhibition organised by the Hyderabad Philatelic and Hobbies Society in association with the Numismatic Society of India here.
People from different parts of the twin states showcased their collection of rare coins and currency. Also on display was the currency of erstwhile Hyderabad: “The fact that back in the day people took immense pride in our heritage is evident from Charminar being very prominent in the coins. Temples, dams and other heritage structures were also common in the currency. It is a great feeling of joy and satisfaction that after 80 years this event is being conducted in Hyderabad. This conference last happened in Hyderabad in the year 1941,” said Anuradha Reddy, co-convener, INTACH Telangana.
Meanwhile, the 103rd annual conference of Numismatic Society of India held at the Salarjung Museum also transported people to the olden days and educated them about the usage of the money then.
JP Dash, chief general manager at India Government Mint said, “The event has received an overwhelming response. People from different places have arrived and exhibited rare collections. It is also hidden history and heritage.”
One of the participants, Shaik Ibrahim from Hyderabad, who came with Nizam era coins, notes and stamps said, “I have presented Hyderabad’s history in stamps, postal stamps, revenue stamps and stamp papers. I exhibited two frames here.”
