Tulabhara Kasu 上市 Deposited
These coins are gold, of four sizes, made twice during the reign of each ruler of Travancore, when, according to ancient custom, the ruler presents his weight in gold to the Brahmans with elaborate ceremonies. Their metal value is worth from thirteen to two Shillings.
- Frey's Dictionary (American Journal of Numismatics, Vol. 50, 1916)