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⅛ Anna - Shah Alam II
1195 (1781) year| Copper | 3.64 g | 19.6 mm |
| Issuer | Bengal Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1195 (1781) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ⅛ Anna (1⁄128) |
| Currency | Rupee (1765-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.64 g |
| Diameter | 19.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1834 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49240 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian:"Sanat 22 julus"
All within a raised, toothed rim
Lettering: سنه ٢٢ جلوس
Translation: In the 22nd year of his reign.
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Many varieties exist (size and position of stars can vary)- Struck on both thin flan (first series) and thick flan (second series)
- Issued by Pulta (Fulta) mint, John Prinsep coinage
- Previously KM#702
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in India, specifically during the Bengal Famine of 1783, which was one of the worst famines in Indian history, killing an estimated 10 million people. Despite this, the coin still holds significant historical value and is highly sought after by collectors today.
