Description
Cannanore State, Arakkal Beevi Junumabe II (1191-1234 AH/1777–1819 AD), 1/5th Rupee, 2.30 grms, AH1221, Very Fine+, Very Rare Arakkal Beevi Junumabe II succeeded Ali Raja Kunhi Hamza II and faced colonial pressures, surrendering Minicoy Island to the British in 1790. To strengthen her position, she arranged a marriage alliance with Tipu Sultan’s son, though it remained unconsummated. Despite losses, she showed resilience and strategic leadership during her reign.