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½ Ashrafi - Mir Usman Ali Khan
| Gold (.910) | 5.589 g | - |
| Issuer | Princely state of Hyderabad |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Mir Osman Ali Khan (1911-1948) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1329-1367 (1911-1948) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Ashrafi (8) |
| Currency | Rupee (1762-1950) |
| Composition | Gold (.910) |
| Weight | 5.589 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#48498 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Mir Usman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of Hyderabad, who ruled the princely state from 1911 to 1948. Despite being a gold coin, it has a relatively low denomination of ½ Ashrafi, which was a subunit of the Hyderabadi rupee. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of the Princely state of Hyderabad.
