½ Anna - Shah Jahan 1286-1300 (1870-1883) front ½ Anna - Shah Jahan 1286-1300 (1870-1883) back
½ Anna - Shah Jahan 1286-1300 (1870-1883) photo

½ Anna - Shah Jahan

 
Copper 15.27 g 22.68 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Bhopal (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1286-1300 (1870-1883)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
½ Anna (1⁄32)
Currency
Rupee (1723-1947)
Composition
Copper
Weight
15.27 g
Diameter
22.68 mm
Thickness
5.23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#47752
Rarity index
81%

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Shah Jahan, who was the fifth Mughal emperor of India and is known for his love of art and architecture. This coin, which was minted in the Princely state of Bhopal, features an intricate design that reflects the Mughal style of architecture and art that was prevalent during Shah Jahan's reign.