The Princely State Bikanir Paisa of Maharaja Dungar Singh, struck in the name of Queen Victoria, is a copper coin that beautifully illustrates the political and cultural dynamics of 19th‑century India. Issued between 1872 and 1887, this coin carried the denomination of one paisa.On its obverse, the coin bears a Persian inscription honoring Queen Victoria as the sovereign of both India and England, symbolizing the state’s allegiance to British authority. The reverse features the legend “Sri Bikaner” along with distinctive symbols of the Rathore dynasty, which were retained and adapted by successive rulers. This coin was used in everyday commerce but today stands as a rare numismatic artifact. Its inscriptions and design embody the transition from Mughal suzerainty to British supremacy, while still preserving local royal identity, making it highly prized among collectors for its historical and cultural significance.