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½ Rupee - Akbar Shah II [Sayaji Rao II]
Silver | 5.8 g | 16.2 mm |
Issuer | Princely state of Baroda (Indian princely states) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1238-1262 (1823-1846) |
Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
Value | ½ Rupee |
Currency | Rupee |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 5.8 g |
Diameter | 16.2 mm |
Thickness | 3.9 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#46505 |
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Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Inscription in Urdu, "Sa" in Nagari (for Sayaji). Sword mint mark
Lettering:
Manus memanat Sana Julus Zarb
सा
Unabridged legend: Struck in the (RY) year of his tranquil prosperous reign
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Akbar Shah II, also known as Sayaji Rao II, who was the ruler of the Princely state of Baroda in India from 1823 to 1846. Despite being a princely state, Baroda was known for its progressive and modern outlook, and this coin reflects that era's cultural and economic influences.