Hello,
I recently acquired a copper 2 Pice coin of the Bombay Presidency, dated 1804 (AH 1219), which appears to match the general type of 2 Pice - Bombay Presidency – Numista
The obverse shows the East India Company Coat of Arms with two lion supporters, flags, and the date 1804 below — consistent with the standard Soho Mint issue.
However, the reverse is unusual: it bears only the Persian legend? ("Just"?) and the date ١٢١٩ (AH 1219), with NO balanced scales design whatsoever. The lettering appears original and well-struck — this does not look like a case of wear or a die-fill issue. The scales seem to have been absent from the die itself.
I have attached photos of both sides for reference.
My questions:
1. Is this a known variety of the 1804 Bombay 2 Pice without scales on the reverse?
2. Does this correspond to a specific Numista or Pridmore number?
3. Has anyone else encountered this type?
Any help from specialists in British India or Bombay Presidency coinage would be greatly appreciated.



