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½ Ashrafi - Muhammad Ali Banaras
1253 (1838) year| Gold | 5.67 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Awadh (Awadh, Indian princely states) |
|---|---|
| Shah | Muhammad Ali (محمد علي شاه) (1837-1842) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1253 (1838) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | ½ Ashrafi (8) |
| Currency | Rupee (1605-1857) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.67 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62193 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The ½ Ashrafi coin from the Kingdom of Awadh, minted in 1838, is interesting because it features a unique blend of Islamic and Hindu motifs on its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Muhammad Ali" in Arabic, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu, signifying the cultural and religious diversity of the Awadh region during that time.
