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½ Ashrafi - Mir Mahbub Ali Khan II
| Gold (.910) | 5.589 g | - |
| Issuer | Princely state of Hyderabad |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Mahbub Ali Khan (1869-1911) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1301-1321 (1884-1903) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Ashrafi (8) |
| Currency | Rupee (1762-1950) |
| Composition | Gold (.910) |
| Weight | 5.589 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50729 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Mir Mahbub Ali Khan II, who was the Nizam of Hyderabad from 1884 to 1903. He was known for his efforts to modernize and develop the state, and the coinage during his reign reflects this focus on progress and innovation. The ½ Ashrafi coin, made of gold with a weight of 5.589 grams, was a significant denomination in the Princely state of Hyderabad's currency system and represents an important part of the state's economic history.
