¼ Anna - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan (Modernized Pattern) 1320 (1902) front ¼ Anna - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan (Modernized Pattern) 1320 (1902) back
¼ Anna - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan (Modernized Pattern) 1320 (1902) photo
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¼ Anna - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan Modernized Pattern

1320 (1902) year
Copper 1.9 g -
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Hyderabad
Ruling authority
Mahbub Ali Khan (1869-1911)
Type
Pattern
Year
1320 (1902)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
¼ Anna (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1762-1950)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.9 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#421442
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Mint and location details, with regnal year.

Script: Urdu

Translation:
Struck at Farkhanda bunyad, Hyderabad
25th year of reign

Edge

Plain

Comment

Denominated as ¼ Anna (1 Paise). Not issued for circulation, with 1 Paise denominated coins being issued through the reign of Mahbub Ali Khan and his successor. 

Interesting fact

The Pattern ¼ Anna coin from the Princely state of Hyderabad, minted in 1902, features a unique blend of traditional Islamic motifs and modernized elements, reflecting the cultural and historical significance of the region during that time.