Fanam

Fanam was the currency used historically in major parts of South India, especially during the British Raj. Fanam is the anglicized form of the native word paṇaṁ, meaning "coin" or "wealth" (punch marked coins). It may specifically refer to:

  • Madras fanam, a currency issued in Madras Presidency, now part of Tamil Nadu, India
  • Travancore fanam, a currency issued in Travancore State, now part of Kerala, India

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