¼ Rupee - Afzal-ad-Daula (AH1273-1285) 1276-1283 (1860-1867) front ¼ Rupee - Afzal-ad-Daula (AH1273-1285) 1276-1283 (1860-1867) back
¼ Rupee - Afzal-ad-Daula (AH1273-1285) 1276-1283 (1860-1867) photo
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¼ Rupee - Afzal-ad-Daula AH

 
Silver 2.80 g 15.08 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Hyderabad
Ruling authority
Afzal-ud-Dawlah (1857-1869)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1276-1283 (1860-1867)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
¼ Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1762-1950)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.80 g
Diameter
15.08 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#80894
Rarity index
92%

Comment

Weight varies 2.68-2.90 grams.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Afzal-ad-Daula, who was the Nizam of Hyderabad from 1860 to 1867. During his reign, the Princely state of Hyderabad was known for its economic and cultural growth, and this coin is a reflection of that prosperity.