½ Paisa - Aurangzeb Alamgir ND (1658-1707) front ½ Paisa - Aurangzeb Alamgir ND (1658-1707) back
½ Paisa - Aurangzeb Alamgir ND (1658-1707) photo
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½ Paisa - Aurangzeb Alamgir ND

 
Copper 6.45 g 16.86 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Aurangzeb (Alamgir Aurangzeb) (1658-1707)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1658-1707
Value
½ Paisa (1⁄128)
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Copper
Weight
6.45 g
Diameter
16.86 mm
Thickness
4.30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#51869
Rarity index
89%

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Paisa coin from the Mughal Empire is that it was issued during the reign of Aurangzeb Alamgir, who was the last powerful emperor of the Mughal Empire. He ruled from 1658 to 1707 and was known for his military campaigns, administrative reforms, and religious policies. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time, and it is a valuable piece of history for numismatists and collectors.