½ Rupee - Akbar (Kabul) ND (1599-1606) front ½ Rupee - Akbar (Kabul) ND (1599-1606) back
½ Rupee - Akbar (Kabul) ND (1599-1606) photo
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½ Rupee - Akbar Kabul ND

 
Silver 5.56 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Mughal Empire (India)
Emperor
Akbar (1556-1605)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1599-1606
Value
½ Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1540-1842)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.56 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#122871
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Ry Date and Mint Name

Translation:
IE 47
Zarb Kabul

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an inscription in the Persian language, which was the official language of the Mughal Empire at the time. The inscription includes the name of the emperor, Akbar, and the date of issue, which is represented by the Islamic year "1006" (corresponding to 1599-1606 CE). This highlights the cultural and linguistic influences of the Mughal Empire, which was a major power in the Indian subcontinent during the 16th century.